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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
the investment scheme didn't quite pan out
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Recent Examples of pan out
Michael Bernick, an employment attorney who once led the state Employment Development Department, studied the impacts of previous refinery closures and found that promises of converting refinery jobs to well-paying alternative employment didn’t pan out.
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Dan Walters, Oc Register, 18 May 2025
That didn’t pan out, evidently, and SNL Polska was canceled after its initial 15-episode run.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 16 May 2025
Small research teams could work on a variety of bleeding-edge projects that may or may not pan out.
—Hayden Field,jonathan Vanian,jennifer Elias, CNBC, 14 May 2025
While their methods never panned out, those of modern science finally have.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 13 May 2025
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Dan Walters, Oc Register, 18 May 2025
That didn’t pan out, evidently, and SNL Polska was canceled after its initial 15-episode run.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 16 May 2025
Small research teams could work on a variety of bleeding-edge projects that may or may not pan out.
—Hayden Field,jonathan Vanian,jennifer Elias, CNBC, 14 May 2025
While their methods never panned out, those of modern science finally have.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pan out
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If your goal is to invest in a pair of supportive yet stylish sandals or slides to complement every outfit in your suitcase, then Birkenstock has proven to craft the best shoes for the job.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
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As unwieldy as this melodrama is, much of it proves that Roustaee remains a gifted young director who surely has more stories to tell.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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To succeed and avoid harming your personal financial health, a clear structure and commitment to intentional financial actions are essential.—
Alejandra Rojas,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The first-to-thirds are big time, and just getting guys in position to succeed.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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The funds raised at this event are crucial, as the net proceeds go directly to DMVA, allowing the organization to further its essential nonprofit mission: to bolster and sustain the small businesses that form the heart of the Del Mar community, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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Some comforters can go right into the wash with no problem, while others need some extra or different care.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Thursday night was beyond cute for Disney: Their live action take of 2002 toon classic Lilo & Stitch is grabbing around $14M in previews that started at 2PM, which is possibly a Disney record as far as previews go over Memorial Day weekend.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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Then, on December 30, Paige announced her split from Craig on her podcast and then, finally, on January 21, Paige and Amanda go over to Lindsay’s for a visit.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
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Search by title or topic in the Search Bar in the middle of the Home Page, or click on the blue ‘years’ boxes and browse.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Then tap the trashcan in the bottom right of the screen > Confirm your decision by clicking Delete or Delete # Photos.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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The $1,100 price is in New Taiwan Dollars, or NTD; that worked out at today's exchange rate to about $36.50.—
John Burek,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
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As the project is still in the very early stages, deals are still being worked out and no network or streamer is attached.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
19 May 2025
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“Pan out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pan%20out. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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