as a result
idiom
: because of something
He sprained his wrist and, as a result, he will not be playing in the tournament.
—often + of
As a result of the accident, he was out of work for three months.
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District police said at least 60 people have been confirmed dead as a result of the stampede, and that the numbers could rise, according to the outlets.
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Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 2 July 2024
According to a 2019 study in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, around 26% of people with HIV who get cryptococcal meningitis will die as a result of the infection.
—Brigid Dwyer, Verywell Health, 2 July 2024
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Lawrence University in Appleton let its contract with Bon Appetit Management Company end on June 30 and as a result 60 employees will be laid off on August 3.
—Ricardo Torres, Journal Sentinel, 1 July 2024
Never before had the Supreme Court considered whether a former commander in chief could face criminal charges as a result of conduct that occurred while in the Oval Office.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 1 July 2024
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Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 2 July 2024
According to a 2019 study in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, around 26% of people with HIV who get cryptococcal meningitis will die as a result of the infection.
—Brigid Dwyer, Verywell Health, 2 July 2024
More:Goodwill laying off 136 workers, closing Milwaukee laundry and linen services facility
Bon Appetit Management Company
Lawrence University in Appleton let its contract with Bon Appetit Management Company end on June 30 and as a result 60 employees will be laid off on August 3.
—Ricardo Torres, Journal Sentinel, 1 July 2024
Never before had the Supreme Court considered whether a former commander in chief could face criminal charges as a result of conduct that occurred while in the Oval Office.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 1 July 2024
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“As a result.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20a%20result. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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