ENGLISH
REFERENCE

as a result of sth

idiom
Meaning

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


Examples
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