pan out

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When it comes to commanding the screen, though, Ms. Coel is not in the same league as Mr. McKellen, which means the intended balance of opposites doesn’t quite pan out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

When that didn’t pan out, he pitched what would eventually become “Survivor,” developing it with Buena Vista in hopes of selling it to ABC.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Amid the backdrop of heavy spending, the company’s AI effort is a “show me” story that has yet to pan out.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

This auditioning might pan out for individual judges, but it’s a profound problem for the judiciary.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

She takes a pan out of the cupboard and pours in the oil, several cupfuls, to be heated in the minutes before her guests are expected.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri