outcome
noun
out·come
ˈau̇t-ˌkəm 
: something that follows as a result or consequence
a surprising outcome
patient outcomes of bypass surgery
We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.
Examples of outcome in a Sentence
the outcome of the election
We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.
There are two possible outcomes.
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Most importantly, focus on outcomes by providing actionable feedback and discussing steps for improvement.
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Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Rather than solely praising outcomes, commend effort, creativity and persistence.
—Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, Contributor, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
The outcomes of the Elimination Chamber matches will significantly impact the WrestleMania 41 card.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The odds are overwhelmingly determined by the outcomes of awards ceremonies like the BAFTAs and the SAG Awards, which have historically indicated where Academy voters’ passions lie.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
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Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Rather than solely praising outcomes, commend effort, creativity and persistence.
—Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, Contributor, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
The outcomes of the Elimination Chamber matches will significantly impact the WrestleMania 41 card.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The odds are overwhelmingly determined by the outcomes of awards ceremonies like the BAFTAs and the SAG Awards, which have historically indicated where Academy voters’ passions lie.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for outcome
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“Outcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcome. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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outcome
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out·come
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