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outcome

[out-kuhm] / ˈaʊtˌkʌm /


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Why was the prime minister so apparently lacking in curiosity about both the process and its outcome?

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

In his latest speech, Waller again counseled caution until the outcome of the conflict with Iran is resolved.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

You’ll probably go straight from “Lorne” to rewatching notorious moments like the controversial Season 3 “stunt baby” sketch — and this is no doubt Michaels’ preferred outcome.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Some analysts say the most likely outcome for Live Nation would be more damages and penalties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Mami looks from one to the other as if she’s at a tennis match eagerly awaiting the outcome of the game.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez




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