results
word · lemma: result
Definition
The outcomes or effects of an action, process, or event. It can also mean scores or findings, such as in a test, competition, experiment, or medical exam.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in plural: 'test results', 'election results', 'search results'. 'Result' is more common in formal singular patterns like 'as a result' or 'the result of'. For school exams, 'results' is especially common in British English; in everyday American English, 'scores' or 'grades' may be more common in some contexts.
Example Sentences
The results will come tomorrow.
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Her test results were good.
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We are waiting for the results now.
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The campaign finally started to show results after a few months.
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I checked the lab results, and everything looks normal.
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If you want better results, you need to be more consistent.
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