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outcome

[out-kuhm] / ˈaʊtˌkʌm /


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That outcome can also threaten a household’s food security: Problem gambling is associated with psychological distress, anxiety and depression, the authors said, which could in turn impact a person’s job performance and earnings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"Upon receiving this report we acted promptly, removing the listing and suspending the account pending the outcome of any investigation," a spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Jeffrey Kessler, one of Sorsby’s attorneys, called the outcome “a just result.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

As a result, the prospectus says, “Mr. Musk will be able to control the outcome of matters requiring shareholder approval,” including the selection of the board of directors.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The people in that plane were heroes in the most important way—making a choice, not knowing the outcome, but knowing that acting was better than not acting.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin




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