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Upshot

noun
/ˈʌp.ʃɒt/

Meaning

the final result or outcome of a series of events; conclusion
The final result or outcome of a process or situation.

Example Sentences

The upshot of the meeting was a decision to postpone the project.

The upshot of the meeting was that the plan was postponed.

Example Expressions

the upshot is

Synonyms

result, outcome, consequence, conclusion, effect
Entry 1
result, outcome, consequence, conclusion
Entry 2
result, outcome, consequence, conclusion, effect

Antonyms

beginning, cause, origin
Entry 1
beginning, cause, origin
Entry 2
cause, origin, beginning

Collocations

upshot of, final upshot, upshot was, inevitable upshot, upshot of events
Entry 1
upshot of, final upshot, upshot was
Entry 2
final upshot, inevitable upshot, upshot of events

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