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upshot

[uhp-shot] / ˈʌpˌʃɒt /
NOUN
end result
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aftereffect gist
STRONG
aftermath burden climax completion conclusion consequence core culmination denouement development effect end ending event eventuality finale finish issue meaning meat outcome payoff pith purport result sense sequel substance termination thrust
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning cause commencement foundation initiation introduction opening origin source start

Example Sentences

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The upshot, many employees say, is that work has been stripped of fun.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The upshot is that persistent market volatility could well prevent a decisive price move in one direction or the other for cryptocurrencies.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The upshot: Stakeholders would have someone they trust to whom they could report their concerns, without always bringing in the feds.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

Chico moved in, crouching, giving it a little upshot.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli