upshot

Example Sentences

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The upshot is that Fannie and Freddie would end up charging less to backstop riskier mortgages.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The upshot is that stocks could see a solid relief rally this week, although investors will likely continue to be whipsawed by headlines.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The upshot is the ranges can often be greater away from the sea.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The upshot: Investors looking for total returns should probably stay away from these food stocks.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Nobody overheard the dialogue, so there is no way of knowing what was said, but the upshot was that Doug got back in line and continued his ascent.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer