as a result
idiom
: because of something
He sprained his wrist and, as a result, he will not be playing in the tournament.
—often + of
As a result of the accident, he was out of work for three months.
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His rookie season came to a conclusion after his first preseason game as a result of a knee injury, but O’Connell clearly believes that McCarthy has greatness stamped on his resume and that all of his talent will become apparent at some time during the season.
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Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Camp Mystic previously announced on their website that 27 campers and counselors died as a result of the flooding.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 July 2025
The girl, who survived, nearly lost her hand as a result of the attack.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 8 July 2025
This can happen as a result of low fluid intake or excessive fluid loss from sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea, says Dr. Han.
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Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Camp Mystic previously announced on their website that 27 campers and counselors died as a result of the flooding.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 8 July 2025
The girl, who survived, nearly lost her hand as a result of the attack.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 8 July 2025
This can happen as a result of low fluid intake or excessive fluid loss from sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea, says Dr. Han.
—Amy Marturana Winderl, SELF, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for as a result
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“As a result.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20a%20result. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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