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outcome

[out-kuhm] / ˈaʊtˌkʌm /


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Lead researcher, associate Prof Anja Heilmann, said the research found smacking "does not help children and all the effects that we did find were in the direction of a harmful outcome".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

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

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

Of course, a positive outcome can never be guaranteed, but what’s the other option?

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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