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as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
the frequent computer crashes are an unexpected result of the new security software we installed
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as in answer
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
a nonpartisan panel of experts did the math on the proposed tax cuts and spending programs and the result was an $800 billion federal deficit
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Recent Examples of result
Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
Peel-and-Stick Finishes Peel-and-stick upgrades are everywhere online, promising dramatic results without long-term commitment.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Jan. 2026
True influence will result from leading with purpose, not performance.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The result is a surreal and darkly comic tale set inside a decaying industrial wig factory, where workers are pushed into punishing overtime shifts by the manipulative incentives of an exploitative lady overseer.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
Peel-and-Stick Finishes Peel-and-stick upgrades are everywhere online, promising dramatic results without long-term commitment.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Verb
Shortages in Vermont result from the frequency of storms this season, according to reporting by Vermont Public.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Jan. 2026
True influence will result from leading with purpose, not performance.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for result
Noun
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But even more people avoid the worst outcomes of colon cancer by getting screened early and as often as is recommended.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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The outcome of Kaley’s lawsuit could help guide how around 1,500 similar lawsuits against social media companies are resolved.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Asked what’s next on the agenda, the rapper-designer-actor deferred his answer to a higher power.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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An Arizona family is calling for change and demanding answers after a 27-year-old man died hours after he was wrongfully discharged from a hospital and dumped on a sidewalk during a hot summer day, according to a wrongful death lawsuit.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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By controlling edge recombination through passivation, these wafers can maintain strong carrier collection and high efficiency, translating their theoretical advantages into practical, high-performing solar cells.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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During dinner, musician Malcolm McRae — who’s featured in Simkhai’s campaign imagery, and is also Anya Taylor-Joy’s husband — performed a song for the crowd, while Mia Moretti stepped up for DJ duty.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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American figure skater Amber Glenn fired back at critics on Tuesday following her gold medal victory in the team event at the Winter Olympics.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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That begins with limiting visibility, then challenging language and identity, followed by removing symbols.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Disruption and pain resultant from competition could lead to growth in order to weather the competition.—
Torie Bosch,
STAT,
31 Jan. 2026
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That harvesting process gave the resultant kriek its name, Handgeplukte (Flemish for hand-picked).—
Brandon Hernandez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2026
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The same principles can be used by engineers to develop technical systems that are robust, efficient and adaptable – just like biological solutions often are.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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When cleaning the heating element, don't spray the vinegar-water solution on directly, but instead dampen a microfiber cloth with it, and use that to wipe it clean.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The staff acts as almost a mini-military– serving and protecting this metaphorical anti-war, positive energy force field.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the years, Franklin served on many more boards and acted as a consultant providing his expertise on housing, infrastructure and community engagement.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Since entering the race in December, Crockett has dominated much of the political conversation, saying her unapologetic style can energize more voters to turn out for Democrats in November.—
Gromer Jeffers Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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This… turned out to be a bigger project than initially envisioned.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Result.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/result. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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