end up
Word Type: Phrasal Verb
Definition
To eventually reach a particular place, state, or situation, often unexpectedly or after a process.
Example
- “They didn’t plan to go out, but they ended up at the movies.”
- “After a long discussion, we ended up agreeing on the same solution.”
- “He started studying medicine but ended up becoming a lawyer.”
- “We ended up staying longer than expected because the weather was so nice.”
- “Despite the initial setbacks, the project ended up being a great success.”