as in results
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
one expected outcome of hard work is greater success
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Recent Examples of outcomes
Prediction markets allow users to bet on a wide range of real world outcomes, including geopolitical developments with seismic implications.
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Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
Four of those federal cases were chosen as bellwether cases, meaning their outcomes are meant to help guide how all the other cases in federal court in Chicago might proceed, and/or how to settle those cases.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Realbotix suggests that this could play a role in improving outcomes in areas such as interactive technology showcases and enterprise training environments.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s where the best outcomes are created.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Same executive, same human being, but two different outcomes.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Officials say those classifications are based on medical judgment, not legal outcomes.
—Julie Watts, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Housing experts mostly agree that the measure, if passed, could provide some positive outcomes for San Diego, but several said its success hangs on the ease of its implementation, the extent of exemptions and potential legal challenges.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Research shows that single people going through cancer care have worse outcomes, and DelFattore said those disparities are amplified by stereotypes often held by doctors.
—Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
Four of those federal cases were chosen as bellwether cases, meaning their outcomes are meant to help guide how all the other cases in federal court in Chicago might proceed, and/or how to settle those cases.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Realbotix suggests that this could play a role in improving outcomes in areas such as interactive technology showcases and enterprise training environments.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s where the best outcomes are created.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Same executive, same human being, but two different outcomes.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Officials say those classifications are based on medical judgment, not legal outcomes.
—Julie Watts, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Housing experts mostly agree that the measure, if passed, could provide some positive outcomes for San Diego, but several said its success hangs on the ease of its implementation, the extent of exemptions and potential legal challenges.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Research shows that single people going through cancer care have worse outcomes, and DelFattore said those disparities are amplified by stereotypes often held by doctors.
—Michal Ruprecht, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outcomes
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Their terms will begin later this month after election results are certified by local election boards.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Dermatologists say beginners need far fewer products than social media suggests — and the right basics can deliver real results.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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That, along with continued volatility in the stock market, has led many Republicans to fear consequences in the midterm elections in November.—
Robin Wright,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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While vaccines are a personal and individual decision, not getting vaccinated can increase the risk of health consequences for the entire general population.—
Sukhman Rekhi,
Verywell Health,
13 Apr. 2026
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And Spandrel’s tower isn’t the only building seeing the effects of low vacancy rates.—
Desiree Mathurin
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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In 2025, Polis directed OEDIT and state agencies to analyze the effects of tariffs across key industries, finding widespread cost increases, planning challenges, and market disruptions for Colorado businesses.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
7 Apr. 2026
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PCMag editors select and review products independently.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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Contact retailers for questions about products before ordering.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Outcomes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outcomes. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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