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Synonyms: Noun
aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot
Antonyms: Noun
antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason
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If you take this drug, side effects may result.Noun
The book is the result of years of hard work and dedication. The end result of his work was a classic American novel. The investigation continued without result.
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Setting the hook is a bit different with the finesse gear, too--the sharp over-the-head snap that many anglers use for conventional tackle will result in a lot of breakoffs but few hookups. — Frank Sargeant, al, "Should anglers use finesse lures for Alabama bass?," 1 Sep. 2019 This latest move will result in approximately 140 canceled American flights per day, the airline said. — Clare Duffy, CNN, "American Airlines extends Boeing 737 Max cancellations through Dec. 3," 1 Sep. 2019 The deal was projected to produce about $2 billion in cost synergies by 2021, and sources have estimated that the merger will eventually result in as many as 4,000 job cuts. — Ryan Faughnder, Burbank Leader, "Disney lays off nearly 60 employees in media distribution units following Fox purchase," 30 Aug. 2019 Defense lawyers say that factor also should result in a decrease in marijuana prosecutions. — Rafael Olmeda, sun-sentinel.com, "Small marijuana possession no longer to be prosecuted in Broward," 30 Aug. 2019 Before the report’s publication, Journal representatives in Beijing were warned by Chinese Foreign Ministry officials that running the story would result in serious consequences, two people with knowledge of the matter said. — Gerry Shih, Washington Post, "China expels Wall Street Journal reporter over coverage of Xi’s family," 30 Aug. 2019 Since taking office, Mr. Duque has proposed an overhaul of a special justice system the rebels had accepted, on the condition that their confessions would not result in jail sentences. — New York Times, "Colombia’s Former FARC Guerrilla Leader Calls for Return to War," 29 Aug. 2019 Matter denied the allegations, and an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement did not result in any charges. — Steven Lemongello, orlandosentinel.com, "State House candidate Benny Valentin accused of running campaign out of church, school office," 28 Aug. 2019 In his response, French emphasized how the students’ courage resulted in a court victory and improved policies at the school, and how Christian groups and tenured professors left these students to fight alone. — Matt Shapiro, National Review, "Conservatives Need More Than Courage," 28 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
On Monday, the AI drug explorers got some validation with the results of Zhavoronkov’s challenge, published in Nature Biotechnology. — Wired, "A Molecule Designed By AI Exhibits 'Druglike' Qualities," 2 Sep. 2019 One result of a global zombie economy is that productivity suffers. — Chris Taylor, Fortune, "Why ‘Zombie’ Companies Are on the Rise—and Could Pose a Threat to the U.S. Economy," 2 Sep. 2019 This Saturday night, here in the heart of Texas, under the bright lights of Darrell K Royal Stadium, the results of that coaching search will for the first time ever be captured in a single frame. — Ross Dellenger, SI.com, "The Story of Tom Herman, Ed Orgeron and LSU's Wild 2016 Coaching Search," 2 Sep. 2019 Gove’s refusal to commit to following Parliament sets up a possible constitutional clash over implementing the results of a 2016 referendum. — BostonGlobe.com, "Deadline placed on loan claims for students defrauded by colleges," 2 Sep. 2019 The results highlight a deep division between what was once East Germany and the rest of the country, which the AfD both tapped into and exacerbated during the campaign. — Katrin Bennhold, New York Times, "German Far Right Makes Election Gains, but Falls Short of Victory," 1 Sep. 2019 The district expects to receive preliminary results of the audits by October, Dehesa Business Manager Anna Buxbaum said. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Dehesa School District is auditing all its charter schools," 1 Sep. 2019 The results of the study are expected by the end of September and a decision is expected by the end of the year. — Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, "Four Colorado utilities join forces to explore joining regional trading market," 31 Aug. 2019 Garrett has been part of the chamber’s efforts for strategic future planning and is excited to see the results of these efforts come to fruition. — Jamie Swinnerton, Houston Chronicle, "The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes new board chairman," 31 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'result.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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