Upshot (noun)

  1. The final result or outcome of a situation or process.
  2. The conclusion or outcome of a discussion, debate, or argument.
  3. The outcome or consequence of an event or decision.
  4. The most important or significant aspect of a situation or event.

Origin:

Early 17th century (originally as the upshot in archery): from up- + shot, on the pattern of outcome.

Examples:

  1. The upshot of the election was the victory of the opposition party.
  2. The upshot of the negotiation was the signing of the treaty.
  3. The upshot of the investigation was the discovery of the truth.
  4. The upshot of the trial was the acquittal of the defendant.
  5. The upshot of the research was the development of the new technology.
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