Definition of "as a result" [as a result]

• Consequently; thus; therefore. (conjunction)

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• "• While 51% thought quality of services would improve, 30% expect it to fall over the next three yearsPatient safety could be at risk because the number of managers in the NHS has fallen to "dangerously lose levels", partly as a result of "draconian" cuts and also because bosses have left after suffering regular "denigration" by ministers, including the prime minister, Farrar said."
• "Since the very concept of autogenicity—that chemical and toxic agents can prod the immune system to overreact, resulting in autoimmunity—is in and of itself new, how can we go about proving there is a cluster of people who have autoimmunity as a result of exposures to toxic waste in their area?"
• "The France international has been handed a three-match ban and a £300 fine as a result of his dismissal in the 34-28 win over Bradford at Odsal last Saturday."