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as in proved
to come to be
the eagerly anticipated kayaking trip never panned out
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as in succeeded
to turn out as planned or desired
the investment scheme didn't quite pan out
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Recent Examples of panned out
Which panned out for the Browns even worse than that trade-and-sign with Russell Wilson worked for the Broncos.
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Those ideas have not yet panned out.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2025
But, if the Vikings want to take a big swing on a player with huge potential who simply hasn't panned out yet in the NFL, Richardson would be a good target.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Most preseason forecasts predicted a busier-than-average season, which hasn't quite panned out as of late October.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The camera then panned out to reveal Kris with her daughters Kim, Kourtney and Khloé Kardashian, as well as Kendall and Kylie Jenner, dancing together while dressed in matching black outfits.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Cincinnati made the surprising trade with their division-rival Cleveland Browns to acquire veteran Joe Flacco, as Jake Browning hadn’t panned out since the Joe Burrow injury earlier in the season.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Investigators have sought various leads, including hopes that a rifle seized in an Alameda County shooting investigation shortly thereafter would prove to be the murder weapon, but so far nothing has panned out.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
For the most part, however, the Herald’s picks panned out.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Those ideas have not yet panned out.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2025
But, if the Vikings want to take a big swing on a player with huge potential who simply hasn't panned out yet in the NFL, Richardson would be a good target.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Most preseason forecasts predicted a busier-than-average season, which hasn't quite panned out as of late October.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
The camera then panned out to reveal Kris with her daughters Kim, Kourtney and Khloé Kardashian, as well as Kendall and Kylie Jenner, dancing together while dressed in matching black outfits.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Cincinnati made the surprising trade with their division-rival Cleveland Browns to acquire veteran Joe Flacco, as Jake Browning hadn’t panned out since the Joe Burrow injury earlier in the season.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Investigators have sought various leads, including hopes that a rifle seized in an Alameda County shooting investigation shortly thereafter would prove to be the murder weapon, but so far nothing has panned out.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
For the most part, however, the Herald’s picks panned out.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panned out
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Herro proved to be a quality bench player earlier in his career, becoming the first and only Heat player to ever win the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award during the 2021-22 season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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Daniel Popper explains why Herbert proved it after taking 129 hits, the second-most in a season since 2000.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Sheinbaum administration has not really succeeded in getting a grip on security and violence in Michoacán, said Bill Booth, a lecturer in Latin American History at University College London.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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California’s redistricting ballot measure succeeded among voters statewide.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Individualized Wellness The bath has evolved from a spa-like retreat to a space designed for personalized wellness, becoming one of the most customizable areas in the home.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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The college has offered the training for decades, and its Automotive and Related Technology program has evolved with industry changes — including the advent of fuel injection, airbags and the rise of electric vehicles.—
Daniel Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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That one worked out pretty well, though!—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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While her girls napped, Lisa read novels, worked out, and cooked lavish meals.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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After that day, when I was given the book which promised to answer all of my bloody questions—my long-suffering American Girl doll went into the closet.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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On the other sideline, Lawrence went 13-for-23 for 158 yards with one touchdown and one interception.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Wood and McIntyre, who went over 1,000 yards receiving on the season, connected for one more score in the third quarter — this time from 29 yards out — as the dynamic duo repeatedly set the tone for the Hawks.—
Greg Dudek,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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However, the former champ has seen the film twice after Athale went over to Dubai to screen it for him.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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