Pan out

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verb

To develop or happen in a particular way.

Let's wait and see how things pan out before making a decision.
Visual representation of "pan out" - To develop or happen in a particular way

Often appears as...

  • pan out well
  • pan out as expected

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Idiomatic

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Unpredictability

Indicates uncertainty about future developments in a situation.

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The project's success will pan out over time; we can't be certain now.
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Neutral Tone

Doesn't imply good or bad outcomes; simply how things occur.

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We need to adjust our strategy as the market pans out.
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Wait and See

Often used to suggest waiting for the outcome of an event.

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Whether or not we go to the festival will pan out once we check the weather.
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