translate into
phrasal verb
translated into; translating into; translates into
: to lead to (something) as a result : result in
Competition often translates into lower costs to the consumer.
Artistic success doesn't always translate into financial success.
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At the same time, Fernández emphasized that Clowney’s foundation remains on the defensive end, where his size and activity have translated into rebounds, contests and second efforts that don’t always show up cleanly in the box score.
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C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
For operators that require 200 kilometers or more of daily range, these limitations can translate into larger vehicle fleets, disrupted workflows, and higher operating costs.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
Sign-ups, though, do not translate into people with actual health coverage.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
Bennett’s job necessitated a close working bond with the manager, and that has translated into a personal relationship with Emery that continues today, even though Bennett has moved on to Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates Pro League, based in Abu Dhabi.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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“Translate into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/translate%20into. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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