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upshot

ups·hot

UK/ˈʌpʃɒt/ US/ˈʌpʃɑt/ rare us

noun

1.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

  • “the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise”
  • “his decision had depressing consequences for business”
  • “he acted very wise after the event”

Origin

Presumed from up- + shot, referring to the last shot in a match of archery.

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