as a result of

Example Sentences

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The couple allege that they suffered smoke inhalation injuries, emotional distress and mental anguish as a result of the fire, which destroyed their Malibu home, according to the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"I think Riyadh, as a result of its geography, during this particular point in time, has been less affected" by the attacks, he said, seated in a Riyadh Air Dreamliner cabin at a pre-launch event.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Inflation in general has risen as a result of high fuel costs and Victor explained that there are signs of a broader economic slowdown.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

However, some 68% of businesses expected their profit margins to be lower as a result of the war, an indication that they don’t expect price rises to fully cover the increase in their costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

You are technically free, but as a result of your arrest and period of incarceration, you lose your job, your apartment, your furniture, and your car.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander