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outcome

[ out-kuhm ]

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noun

a final product or end result; consequence; issue.
a conclusion reached through a process of logical thinking.

outcome

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noun

something that follows from an action, dispute, situation, etc; result; consequence

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Word History and Origins

Origin of outcome¹

First recorded in 1175–1225, outcome is from the Middle English word utcume. See out-, come

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Synonym Study

See end ¹.

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Analysts stated that the greenback’s performance hinges on the outcome of the U.S.-China standoff, which hasn’t seen much progress in recent weeks.

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The outcomes will define not only trophies, but trajectories.

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Both authors said they considered a further decline in vaccination rates the more likely outcome.

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In those markets, as famously illustrated by Adam Smith’s “invisible hand,” thoughtful buyers and sellers create efficient outcomes as a result of their pursuit of personal profit.

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Sources in the Qatar talks told Reuters news agency that the outcome of the meetings were almost derailed by "technical" issues.

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