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bottom line

NOUN
center or central factor
Synonyms
STRONGEST
core crux essence income profit reality
WEAK
basis conclusion determination fiber final decision fundamentals key point last word loss main idea main point main thing meat and potatoes name of the game net nitty-gritty nuts and bolts point sum and substance what it's all about whole story
ADJECTIVE
of key importance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cardinal critical crucial essential fundamental important indispensable
STRONG
necessary underlying vital

Example Sentences

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The bottom line is that higher energy prices can push up the cost of groceries and other essential goods for years.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

And while the increased media revenue has been fabulous for the bottom line, I’m not sure it’s long-term healthy for the product.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The bottom line was he just wanted to be Hal again and have fun.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The bottom line: Short-term interest rates appear to be too restrictive to the tune of about half a percentage point.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The coaches were aware of the gripes, but the bottom line was that Boobie had the talent and they did not.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger