1
as in inferences
an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning
the detective's conclusion that the murderer had to be left-handed
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2
as in decisions
a position arrived at after consideration
came to the conclusion that we couldn't go on vacation while the dog was sick
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3
as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
all their efforts came to no practical conclusion
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as in endings
the last part of a process or action
the conclusion of the speech was a national call to arms
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as in cessations
the stopping of a process or activity
a bell signaled the conclusion of the event
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Recent Examples of conclusions
The ability to draw statistical conclusions and use predictive analytics to reduce hazards with fewer resources is made possible by them.
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Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Department of Justice conducted its own independent investigation and reached the same fundamental conclusions.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
But other researchers are less ready to jump to those continent-wide conclusions based only on evidence from one individual and his mother.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
Researchers came to those conclusions by examining an apnea-hypopnea index, or AHI, which records the number of times per hour a person’s breathing shows a restricted or completely blocked airway.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
Though archaeologists have uncovered indirect signs of the culture’s habits—stone points for hunting and animal bones—drawing conclusions from that assemblage relied on a lot of assumptions.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
And the National Academies' conclusions come at a time when regular alcohol use has been falling out of favor, particularly with young adults.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
The outlet said the survey was not scientific and should not be used to draw conclusions about federal employees.
—Louis Jacobson and Samantha Putterman, Austin American-Statesman, 18 Dec. 2024
Major outlets such as Huffpost, CNN, and The Washington Post subsequently highlighted the troubling conclusions.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Dec. 2024
Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Department of Justice conducted its own independent investigation and reached the same fundamental conclusions.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
But other researchers are less ready to jump to those continent-wide conclusions based only on evidence from one individual and his mother.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
Researchers came to those conclusions by examining an apnea-hypopnea index, or AHI, which records the number of times per hour a person’s breathing shows a restricted or completely blocked airway.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
Though archaeologists have uncovered indirect signs of the culture’s habits—stone points for hunting and animal bones—drawing conclusions from that assemblage relied on a lot of assumptions.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
And the National Academies' conclusions come at a time when regular alcohol use has been falling out of favor, particularly with young adults.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
The outlet said the survey was not scientific and should not be used to draw conclusions about federal employees.
—Louis Jacobson and Samantha Putterman, Austin American-Statesman, 18 Dec. 2024
Major outlets such as Huffpost, CNN, and The Washington Post subsequently highlighted the troubling conclusions.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusions
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This information helps policymakers, educators, and community leaders make informed decisions about educational interventions and resource allocation.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
19 Mar. 2025
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Or make good decisions with the puck.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
19 Mar. 2025
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The best way to overcome this skepticism is to speak their language and tie coaching outcomes to measurable business metrics like team productivity, retention rates and innovation cycles.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Transform Through Results Identify where AI can help your employees achieve better outcomes.—
Adam Bujak,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Premier League has previously punished Everton and Nottingham Forest with points deductions for breaching PSR.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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One policy solution to address worsening inequality, is reducing federal tax deductions for mortgage interest and local property taxes and creating tax credits for rental payments.—
Daryl Fairweather,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Baltimore Sun reader poll is an unscientific survey in which website users volunteer their opinions on the subject of the poll.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
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Commentary and opinions Trimming the fat from the federal budget shouldn’t hurt the most vulnerable this much, writes columnist LZ Granderson.—
Hunter Clauss,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Administrative law judges would have 180 days after petitions are filed to make final determinations.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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Since 2000, Presidential determinations have ranged from a low of 27,131 – after the 9/11 attacks – to last year’s ceiling of 125,000 refugees per year.—
Tazreena Sajjad,
The Conversation,
13 Mar. 2025
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What Happens Next The court will now prepare to deliver its verdicts.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
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What's New The trial of eight individuals accused of assisting the Islamic extremist who murdered French history teacher Samuel Paty is nearing its conclusion, with verdicts set to be delivered on Friday, more than four years after the killing.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
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This divide has serious consequences for gender equality and economic opportunity.—
Joseph Cimpian,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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Both threatened the store clerk with guns, but Stanley was the only one to face consequences for the robbery.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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Fast-moving plays, intense gaming sessions, and epic finales stay sharp and fluid without the annoying blur.—
Juhi Wadia,
PCMAG,
14 Mar. 2025
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There’s also a winning streak on the line — KU has won 40 consecutive home finales.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Conclusions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusions. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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