result
verb (used without object)
to spring, arise, or proceed as a consequence of actions, circumstances, premises, etc.; be the outcome.
have resulted
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present perfectof result.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Relatively speaking, Scotland has no shortage of water although recent summer heatwaves have resulted in the east of the country experiencing drought-like conditions.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
It’s unclear what people were cited for or what fines the alleged violations carry, but the events often block entire intersections, involve racing and have resulted in injuries.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Historically, these periods have resulted in abnormally strong returns for stocks over the past 106 years, Kaeppel explained in commentary shared with clients and MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
Centcom is reviewing 15 additional incidents during the campaign against the Houthis that could have resulted in civilian casualties, the assessment said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
Oddly, neglect seemed to have resulted in an accidental release of the spirit.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
