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Idiom idiom

as a result of sth


This phrase connects a cause to an effect. It means 'because of' or 'due to' something that happened.


SIMPLE

“I am tired as a result of working all day.”

CONTEXTUAL

“The flight was delayed as a result of the heavy storm, so we missed our connection.”

COMPLEX

“The company faced significant financial losses as a result of the unexpected market shift, forcing them to restructure their entire business model.”

Last updated April 22, 2026