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Meaning of pan out
to succeed or turn out as planned or hoped
Etymology of pan out
The phrase "pan out" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the context of gold mining, where miners would use a pan to separate gold from soil and gravel, and if the process was successful, it would "pan out" to reveal the gold
Over time, the phrase took on a broader metaphorical meaning, referring to any situation or plan that succeeds or turns out as hoped
Synonyms
Definitions
- to succeed or turn out as planned or hoped
- * to become known or apparent
- * to develop or unfold in a particular way
Usage Examples
- The business plan didn't quite pan out as we had expected
- * The new policy has panned out well, with significant improvements in productivity
- * The investment has panned out, and we've seen a substantial return