Result

usgb/rɪˈzʌlt/
noun

Something that happens or appears because of something else.

Eating too much sugar often results in tooth decay.
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Often appears as...

  • as a result
  • result from
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Cause and Effect

Use 'result' to link an action directly to its consequence.

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Lack of sleep can result in lower concentration.
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Phrase Linking

Combine 'as a result' with a semicolon to join two related sentences.

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It rained heavily; as a result, the game was canceled.
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