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noun

Definition of resultnext
1
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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2
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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result

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verb

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as in to perform

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as in to follow

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Recent Examples of result
Noun
As the mystery continues — and the results of an official autopsy remain pending — family attorney Ben Crump presented the preliminary findings of Wells’ independent autopsy on Wednesday, July 22. — Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 Sony's results for full-year 2025 showed that revenue from PlayStation 4 and 5 physical games is almost 10 times less than the revenue from digital downloads of full games. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 22 July 2026
Verb
Acute hearing loss can result from treatable causes like earwax buildup or infection that a hearing aid won’t address. — Allison Palmer july 1, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026 Nociplastic pain is thought to result from changes in how the nervous system processes pain signals, rather than from ongoing tissue injury alone. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for result
Recent Examples of Synonyms for result
  1. outcome
  2. answer
  3. perform
  4. follow
  5. resultant
  6. solution
  7. act
  8. turn out
Noun
  • This area was the same stretch that saw the first two full I-285 blockages, so drivers had a grip on what the outcome could be.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 19 July 2026
  • The idea that his legacy should hinge on the outcome of one game — let alone a game settled on a penalty shootout — was the 1,003rd game of his career for club and country.
    — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Definition of outcome
Noun
  • After careful physical analysis of six ancient princesses buried beneath the pyramids at Dahshur, researchers now have an answer.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 July 2026
  • After the Heat sent four players and a haul of draft capital to the Bucks to land Antetokounmpo and veteran forward Bobby Portis this offseason, Antetokounmpo, 31, will finally get his answer.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Definition of answer
Verb
  • The actors also showcased their talent by performing scenes from the show, in tandem with clips projected onto the big panel screens for audiences.
    — Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
  • After performing very well in 2020-21, Leeds’ first season back in the Premier League after an absence of 16 years, Illan Meslier’s signature on a five-year contract was viewed as a long-term solution.
    — Beren Cross, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of perform
Verb
  • Hicks scored on Joe Mack’s fielder’s choice grounder, and Otto Lopez followed with a sacrifice fly to deep center.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 19 July 2026
  • The Russian strikes follow devastating Ukrainian drone attacks on two logistics centers early Saturday in which eight people were killed.
    — Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
Definition of follow
Noun
  • The resultant sonic boom shock waves frequently shattered windows, cracked building walls, and unnerved citizens within earshot.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 July 2026
  • Justices Thomas and Jackson focused in part on the court’s notorious 1857 decision called Dred Scott, which ruled a slave couldn’t be a citizen or claim the resultant rights and privileges.
    — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of resultant
Noun
  • Every Leeds supporter will be crossing their fingers that the hierarchy prove persuasive — and that Trafford offers their club a long-term solution in goal.
    — Beren Cross, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Council member Chris Nettles praised the department and called for a solution in a social media statement.
    — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
Definition of solution
Verb
  • Qatar and Pakistan have acted as mediators between Iran and the US.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • The team’s recital of the pre-match national anthem almost acted like a referendum on each player’s patriotism.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of act
Verb
  • That event, centered around the enshrinement of former star receiver Larry Fitzgerald, may turn out to be the highlight of their season.
    — Doug Haller, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • The restaurant, made entirely of floor-to-ceiling glass, turned out to be part of the show.
    — Lanee Lee, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
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