Synonyms: pan, pan off, pan out
Definition: wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals
Similar words: wash
Definition: separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals)
Synonyms: pan out
Definition: be a success
Usage: The idea panned out
Similar words: win, succeed, bring home the bacon, come through, deliver the goods
Definition: attain success or reach a desired goal
Usage: The enterprise succeeded; We succeeded in getting tickets to the show; she struggled to overcome her handicap and won