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as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
a predictable outgrowth of the suburb's ever growing population will be the need for more schools
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as in derivation
something that naturally develops or is developed from something else
an industry that is an outgrowth of the technology first developed for the U.S. space program
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Recent Examples of outgrowth
White racial resentment is a predictable outgrowth of a cultural regime that has for decades insisted on racial categorization and affinity for everyone but white Americans.
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Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
By contrast, recent Supreme Court decisions clearing the way for Alabama and Louisiana to pursue more favorable maps were outgrowths of the justices’ historic ruling gutting a key provision of the federal Voting Rights Act.
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Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Therefore, whereas modern mindfulness might diverge from older iterations of the concept and its connotations and practices, this fact does not automatically invalidate it as an outgrowth of the Buddhist tree.
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Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
Michael’s deal with Pepsi is part of that, and the film’s portrayal of the horrifying accident that befell him during the filming of a Pepsi commercial — a spark set his hair, and scalp, on fire — makes the trauma feel like an outgrowth of Joe’s karma.
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Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
By contrast, recent Supreme Court decisions clearing the way for Alabama and Louisiana to pursue more favorable maps were outgrowths of the justices’ historic ruling gutting a key provision of the federal Voting Rights Act.
—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Therefore, whereas modern mindfulness might diverge from older iterations of the concept and its connotations and practices, this fact does not automatically invalidate it as an outgrowth of the Buddhist tree.
—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
30 Apr. 2026
Michael’s deal with Pepsi is part of that, and the film’s portrayal of the horrifying accident that befell him during the filming of a Pepsi commercial — a spark set his hair, and scalp, on fire — makes the trauma feel like an outgrowth of Joe’s karma.
—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outgrowth
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Or gawky characters, all angular bone structures and willowy limbs?
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Deirdre massaged my limbs while the cups went to work on my perpetually achy upper back.
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What Othram testing could mean in Murdaugh’s case The request for Othram testing does not mean the unknown DNA will change the outcome of Murdaugh’s case.
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The outcome, coupled with a result in the previous game, keeps alive the potential for a Colombia-Argentina quarterfinal here next Saturday, July 11.
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And woven into every page and at each chapter heading are gorgeous language derivations.
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Many derivations of ad-hoc street meat can be found in every nook and cranny of Los Angeles, and which is the best one, or the closest best one, is a matter of considerable inquiry and opinion across the city.
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Rreal Tacos continued its explosive growth, a local brewery released a commemorative beer available only at Six Flags and more happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.
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Now, Mattel reports five quarters of consecutive sales growth for American Girl, even as Barbie and Polly Pocket sales slow.
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The result is uncommon room layouts like the tri-suite king room equipped with two twin-sized beds and a king bed split by a privacy divider that doubles as a playful art installation.
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This look leans more subdued and boho with its all-black layers and accessories, but feel free to experiment with contrasting tones and more color for a bolder result.
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For example, a derivatives contract might center around whether a magnitude 8 earthquake will take place in Los Angeles County before January 1, 2027.
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The merger created what was, at the time, the world’s largest derivatives market.
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There may be some confusion among Bravo or Peacock viewers over the shows, but clearly Bravo is placing its bets on the Real Housewives version rather than the in-house offshoot.
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An offshoot of the youth savings and investment accounts that the president introduced as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, these accounts are specifically targeted for children in foster care.
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The resultant sonic boom shock waves frequently shattered windows, cracked building walls, and unnerved citizens within earshot.
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Justices Thomas and Jackson focused in part on the court’s notorious 1857 decision called Dred Scott, which ruled a slave couldn’t be a citizen or claim the resultant rights and privileges.
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“Outgrowth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outgrowth. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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