upshot
Example Sentences
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So the upshot for a bank is that lending to a financial intermediary that makes certain loans, even at a lower yield, can be much more profitable than making those loans itself.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
The upshot is that persistent market volatility could well prevent a decisive price move in one direction or the other for cryptocurrencies.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
The upshot is that stocks could see a solid relief rally this week, although investors will likely continue to be whipsawed by headlines.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
The upshot is the ranges can often be greater away from the sea.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
The upshot is that physics had two theories, based on conflicting premises, that produced the same results.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
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