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outcome

[out-kuhm] / ˈaʊtˌkʌm /


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A zero-percent target would leave little room for error, as even a minor shock could result in deflation, or falling prices, arguably as bad an outcome, or worse, than inflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

That outcome can also threaten a household’s food security: Problem gambling is associated with psychological distress, anxiety and depression, the authors said, which could in turn impact a person’s job performance and earnings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Last week, defence trade association ADS said British businesses were "really struggling" as they await the outcome of the government's defence investment plan.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Jeffrey Kessler, one of Sorsby’s attorneys, called the outcome “a just result.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Most consisted of two squadrons of ten aircraft apiece; Marina Raskova’s three female regiments were not going to change the outcome of an air war on this scale.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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