pan out

verb

Definition of pan outnext
1
as in to prove
to come to be the eagerly anticipated kayaking trip never panned out

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2
as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired the investment scheme didn't quite pan out

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Recent Examples of pan out That didn’t pan out, and Jenkins will not be in Season 2, Batra confirmed to Deadline. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026 In the trailer for the new documentary, both the women who underwent transformations for the reality series and the production team agree the show didn’t pan out as intended. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026 If those efforts pan out, the result could be hardware-efficient quantum random-access memory that eliminates the need for bulky electromagnetic components. — New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026 The ratings firm added that the industry’s capex is growing faster than revenue, warning that the aggressive build-out could lead to overcapacity if future demand doesn’t pan out as expected. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pan out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pan out
  1. prove
  2. succeed
  3. go
  4. go over
  5. click
  6. work out
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  • The same may not prove true of utility costs where many rate hikes remain pending and a tough winter could cause further spikes.
    — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • And while some of the allegations were never proved, he was convicted of perjury and perverting the course of justice and sentenced to four years in jail.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of prove
Verb
  • In Our Opinion goes beyond the headlines to examine what decisions really mean, where policies succeed or fail, and what leaders should do next.
    — Washington Examiner, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Eventually, in 1914, Jo succeeded in publishing Vincent’s letters in an ambitious three-volume book, which today is considered one of the most revealing and important works of art history.
    — Joan Martelli, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of succeed
Verb
  • Trailing the Brewers 2-0 in the best-of-seven series, the Dodgers desperately need to put themselves in the best possible position to win Game 3 and avoid four straight win-or-go-home contests.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • As a result of the fine, Treasury said that Bank of America will work with a third party to report any further transactions to FinCEN that had gone undetected.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of go
Verb
  • Monday was the first time in playoff history that a team's bullpen went over five innings in a postseason game without giving up a baserunner.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The wand would go over my face in sections with a small dose of heat.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of go over
Verb
  • For example, changes in contact forces could indicate whether a screw has engaged correctly, while audio cues could help identify when a mechanical latch has clicked into place.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • While the imposing box set itself is a portable 12-pound film school and an instant status symbol on your shelf, there’s no shame in clicking over for a preview.
    — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of click
Verb
  • With the Atlanta Dream preparing for the WNBA Finals, things have worked out pretty well for her.
    — Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Wembley arrangement has historically worked out well for the Jaguars financially.
    — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of work out

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“Pan out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pan%20out. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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