as in result
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
one expected outcome of hard work is greater success
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Recent Examples of outcome
Watson caught two of Love’s three TD passes, and Keisean Nixon intercepted Williams to seal the outcome.
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Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
The Hoosiers scored just three plays later to ensure the only doubt concerned the margin of victory, not the outcome.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026
When the Atlanta outcome was determined and starters were subbed out in the fourth quarter, Anthony Edwards tossed a towel and walked into the tunnel.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 9 Jan. 2026
The partnership with the Globes will bring real-time insights into awards outcomes across the Golden Globes’ live events, based on the sentiments of millions of users around the world.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outcome
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This move risks dangerous results from the military and security establishment in the country, as well as the substantial Cuban contingent working in the security sphere.—
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According to Fox 5, citing a flight expert, the unusual incident may not have been the result of a hard landing, but a possible malfunction in the aircraft’s automatic braking system.—
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The resultant working group recommended that the TWC develop a wage supplement or bonus plan for childcare workers—requiring an investment of more than $2 billion.—
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This is the resultant list, which has a gem or two for anyone looking for a new (old) book.—
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The tense music and security cam footage seem to suggest this isn’t over, that Cooper could face consequences for hurting the guy.—
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Now there is hard evidence this all is getting very real, with consequences for everyone who pays an electric bill.—
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For brands, these partnerships offer cultural relevance, direct access to consumers, and a chance to test performance products in one of the few individual sports where personal style shines.—
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These labels indicate the product has met rigorous safety standards.—
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“Outcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outcome. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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