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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
Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
But just like MomTok admits, switching things up on occasion can make for interesting results.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 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, 28 Apr. 2026
In 18 innings of play Sunday against Colorado, the Mets managed only a single run, which is on par with their results this season.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Achievement means so much more than just the accolades, the business results and the promotions or career milestones.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
First-quarter results last night were better than expected.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The results appear in a new paper published in the journal Nature Communications.
—ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
If the state Supreme Court agrees with the lower court, the results from Tuesday's vote could be rendered moot.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
The results of a toxicological examination are still pending, Bavarian police said.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
But just like MomTok admits, switching things up on occasion can make for interesting results.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 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, 28 Apr. 2026
In 18 innings of play Sunday against Colorado, the Mets managed only a single run, which is on par with their results this season.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Achievement means so much more than just the accolades, the business results and the promotions or career milestones.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
First-quarter results last night were better than expected.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The results appear in a new paper published in the journal Nature Communications.
—ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
If the state Supreme Court agrees with the lower court, the results from Tuesday's vote could be rendered moot.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for results
Noun
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Playoff series are the epitome of small sample sizes, which is why making sport-changing decisions based on those outcomes makes little sense.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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In 1969, the chaos theory founder Edward Lorenz articulated the Butterfly Effect, in which a single, small action in one area can lead to broader, unexpected outcomes in others.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If Pat Riley opens that door or leaves that door open, deferring to Nick Arison on answers on Monday, then yes, further explanation would seem reasonable from the executive branch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Limon and Bristy were reported missing by a family friend on April 17, and as days went by, their friends in Florida and relatives abroad became increasingly desperate for answers.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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Drip irrigation also works well for containers.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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One genius in the room works for OpenAI, a company currently valued at $852 billion.—
Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s the hook that often leads to a link to a subscription service that turns out to be costly and/or deceptive.—
Lisa de los Reyes,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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The popular image of Neanderthals living deep in caves turns out to be wrong.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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An accident can raise questions about medical care, lost wages, and insurance, while an immigration matter can involve deadlines, documentation, and the fear that one wrong move will carry consequences for years.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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This terrorist activity poses a direct threat to the stability of friendly Mali and could have the most serious consequences for the entire region.—
Paul Tilsley,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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The second-busiest port in the world, Singapore has the potential to play a significant role in shaping practical, scalable solutions for improving the sustainability of global maritime trade.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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If your mom’s kitchen or apartment is tight on space, lean into vertical solutions.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Whether that pans out remains to be seen, but Adlon noted the strange parallels between her character's journey with Maul and her own relationship with Witwer.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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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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Choose one interaction to handle with calm and clarity today, and let that set a steadier tone for everything that follows.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Ferrari Purosangue Handling Speciale follows improvements already made among the competition, such as Aston Martin’s 717 hp DBX S and Bentley’s latest Bentayga Speed—the latter now capable of drifting.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Results.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/results. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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