Definitions

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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In China and elsewhere, some companies may also prefer to buy robots outright for the prestige, to learn from the technology or because it is better for their bottom line.

From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026

“The bottom line is this: I was not willing to make additional amendments to this bill,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

“The bottom line is that a mismatch between current earnings expectations and the actual time firms need to generate ROI on AI investments could have significant implications for many AI company valuations today.”

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Gender pay gaps remain well-documented across organizations — even when the consequence is a hit to the bottom line.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026

There has to be a more exciting way to complain of boredom. bottom line.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

bottom line

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