pan out

verb

1. informal.
   intr, adverb to work out; turn out; result

Idioms and Phrases

Turn out well, succeed, as in If I don't pan out as a musician, I can always go back to school . This expression alludes to washing gold from gravel in a pan. [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

Some abortion advocates said that they’d rather have a nimble governor like Newsom and be cautious even if the emergency plans don’t always pan out.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s not easy. But I hope it pans out.”

From Los Angeles Times

She says she is interested to see how it will pan out and hopes it will be relatable to fans like her.

From BBC

Seastrand, a supervisory natural resource specialist for the Forest Service, said there was reason to be optimistic it could pan out but it would hinge on finding a water source.

From Los Angeles Times

While Jaguar isn't changing its name, Mr Wells says the brand has taken a "huge, bold step" and people should give "respect and time" to see how things pan out.

From BBC

Related Words

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