bottom line

NOUN

center or central factor

Synonyms

STRONGEST

core crux essence income profit reality

WEAK

basis conclusion determination fiber final decision fundamentals key point last word loss main idea main point main thing meat and potatoes name of the game net nitty-gritty nuts and bolts point sum and substance what it's all about whole story

ADJECTIVE

of key importance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cardinal critical crucial essential fundamental important indispensable

STRONG

necessary underlying vital

Example Sentences

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Given that investors are, for now, focused on market share rather than the bottom line, I wouldn’t expect the higher costs to be passed on to AI users.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

"We definitely need memory pricing and supply to return to reasonable levels for consumer products. That's the bottom line," he told the publication.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

And though the investment may disappoint, it’s a critical reminder that studios, even independent ones, will always prioritize their bottom line over the consumer’s interest.

From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026

The bottom line is that an ever-increasing number of Americans require care, and the burden can fall on people at different stages in their lives.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

The bottom line is, if you stay home, your message stays home with you.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

bottom line

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