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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Consolidated Water does not anticipate any significant changes in its operations or financial condition as a result of the settlement agreement. —

Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024 Over the past few decades in Europe, more and more women joined the labor market, perhaps as a result of the opportunities afforded by having fewer children. —

Vegard Skirbekk, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2024 The bacterium was identified in the processing equipment at the manufacturing plant after as a result of routine testing conducted. —

Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024 With earnings per share and margins set to expand as a result of this, the analyst believes a recent sell-off provides an attractive entry point for investors. —

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