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as in to compute
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations
the family has been calculating what a week at the beach resort would end up costing
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as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
I calculate that this job will take another two days to finish
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as in to prepare
to work out the details of (something) in advance
calculated the best route to take to the coast
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as in to intend
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I calculate to run a marathon from start to finish—even if it kills me
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as in to rely
to place reliance or trust
we know we can calculate on you following through, whatever the assignment
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Recent Examples of calculate
Bloomberg calculated an iShares ETF tracking software stocks has bled roughly $1 trillion over the past seven trading days.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
The number is calculated by a formula laid out in the most recent collective-bargaining agreement between the NFL and the NFL Players Association.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
By measuring the change in frequency when the signals were bent in Jupiter's upper atmosphere, the ionosphere, scientists can calculate characteristics of the planet.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
To understand the larger effects that winter storms like this one has, NASA used its Earth Observatory satellite observations, combined with temperatures calculated by the Goddard Earth Observing System (GEOS) global model, to map out the temperatures from the polar vortex.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
The number is calculated by a formula laid out in the most recent collective-bargaining agreement between the NFL and the NFL Players Association.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
By measuring the change in frequency when the signals were bent in Jupiter's upper atmosphere, the ionosphere, scientists can calculate characteristics of the planet.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
To understand the larger effects that winter storms like this one has, NASA used its Earth Observatory satellite observations, combined with temperatures calculated by the Goddard Earth Observing System (GEOS) global model, to map out the temperatures from the polar vortex.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calculate
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Compared to digital processors, biological computing offers numerous benefits that could streamline computing, reduce energy consumption through improved efficiency (thereby reducing the environmental impact of computing infrastructure), and speed the development of AI.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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OpenAI says the new model runs 25% faster than the previous version and achieves state-of-the-art performance while using fewer computing resources.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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The company estimates that the complex will cost about $200 million, including $50 million for the first phase of construction, Aviation International News reported.—
Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
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Lamont has repeatedly balked at such suggestions, pointing to estimated $1 billion in annual costs.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2026
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Egyptian authorities said roughly 150 hospitals across the country are prepared to receive patients evacuated from Gaza, while the Egyptian Red Crescent has set up support areas on the Egyptian side of the crossing.—
Bradford Betz,
FOXNews.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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That spelling error was made by a young designer who prepared the mechanical, the art which includes instructions for the printer.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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Augmentation pulls teachers, case managers, and maintenance workers away from their core duties, eroding programs intended to reduce recidivism and maintain humane conditions.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors allege the defendants sold meal packs intended for vulnerable families overseas and exchanged millions in benefits for cash.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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To learn more, the researchers relied on a unique dataset created by analyzing seawater samples that have been collected twice weekly from La Jolla’s Scripps Pier since 2018.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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That marks a break from longstanding practice, as regulators have long relied on the VSL to value mortality reductions in regulatory cost-benefit analysis.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Content creation as a leadership skill also defines your position in the industry as an expert outside of your role, a go-to figure who can be trusted for decision-making and industry recommendations and advice.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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So figure that Miley Cyrus and Teddy Swims are both long shots.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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Amazon’s February deals include Apple AirTags to keep tabs on your luggage, because guessing where your bag landed is not the vibe.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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The rest of the judges floundered with Rita Ora guessing Selma Blair, Ken Jeong putting his money on Christina Applegate and Robin Thicke going with Danielle Fishel.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Set personal check‑ins on your calendar at the end of each week to review progress, plan adjustments and reflect on what worked and what didn’t.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Calculate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calculate. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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