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as in outcomes
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 answers
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 results
Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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
Last year, his game continued to expand as a dominant two-way force who crushed huge minutes to incredible on-ice results and a Memorial Cup win.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The city is also considering moving Miami Police Department headquarters to the Freedom Park site, pending results of a traffic study.
—Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.
—Usa Today Staff, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
Their terms will begin later this month after election results are certified by local election boards.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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
Last year, his game continued to expand as a dominant two-way force who crushed huge minutes to incredible on-ice results and a Memorial Cup win.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The city is also considering moving Miami Police Department headquarters to the Freedom Park site, pending results of a traffic study.
—Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.
—Usa Today Staff, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for results
Noun
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Prediction markets allow users to bet on a wide range of real world outcomes, including geopolitical developments with seismic implications.—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
9 Apr. 2026
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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
Noun
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As time goes on without definitive answers on refunds, Harrell sees more companies taking actions like selling the rights to their claims, preferring to pocket money now instead of waiting for a sum later down the line.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Díaz-Canel’s answers to NBC reinforce the view that any talks are stalled.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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All-in-Wonder Foundation + Concealer is a liquid-cream hybrid formula that effectively works as an under-eye concealer, a spot concealer and a full face foundation.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Kraus, who works as a waitress, took photo classes in high school.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But viewers should ignore the noise and make up their own minds about the film, which turns out to be a standout in the overcrowded sports documentary genre.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Whale lusts after a hunky gardener (Brendan Fraser) and persuades him to pose for a few sketches; Julian, though bisexual, expresses no such interest in Lori, and any art-making turns out to be a gratifyingly mutual endeavor.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Some health consequences might not become apparent for years—and anecdotal evidence is rife with confounding factors.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Colorado legislators have put our state’s anti-discrimination law on a collision course with Title IX, the federal law that guarantees women and girls an equal opportunity to compete in sports, and female student athletes are paying the consequences.—
Lisa Frizell,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Choose sustainable solutions, not quick, leaky patches.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Skin care solutions are designed to simplify routines.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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No matter how the MVP chase pans out, the Spurs expect Wembanyama to continue to trigger the league’s most egalitarian offense.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Antonio Express-News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Depending on how that pans out, Embiid could miss the meeting between the Hawks and 76ers, who have the 16th-hardest remaining schedule, on Saturday.—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Just the check, the soft clatter of plates and that lingering smell of basil and coconut that follows you out the door.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Cleansing sets the stage for everything that follows.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Results.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/results. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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