1
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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2
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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3
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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4
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
In contrast, the $25 million loss at the box office is calculated directly using data from Disney.
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Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The state’s Department of Public Instruction on Wednesday released school performance grades, which are calculated from testing data that includes end-of-grade exam scores and academic growth students made during the previous school year.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Also, the cost of energy can vary by time of day or peak usage, all factors that can be hard to predict and calculate.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
However, the White House has faced intense global pushback over the manner in which its tariffs were implemented and the method used to calculate each country's rate.
—Sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
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Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The state’s Department of Public Instruction on Wednesday released school performance grades, which are calculated from testing data that includes end-of-grade exam scores and academic growth students made during the previous school year.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Also, the cost of energy can vary by time of day or peak usage, all factors that can be hard to predict and calculate.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
However, the White House has faced intense global pushback over the manner in which its tariffs were implemented and the method used to calculate each country's rate.
—Sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calculate
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Previous designs have been used in specialized applications, such as connecting computing units inside data centers where speed is critical.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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Those numbers were more than sufficient to land Flock on Forbes’ 2025 Cloud 100 list of the top private cloud computing companies.—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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South Korea estimates that some 2,000 North Korean troops died defending Kursk against a cross-border incursion by Ukraine.—
Robert Birsel
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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The final bid is estimated to be between $40,000 and $80,000 for the 50th anniversary prop.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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His mother has obtained lawyers who are preparing a lawsuit over potential security lapses at Icon Brickell that allowed Kehl to access the building.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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The inspector general's report adds to severe criticism of the agency for lapses preparing for the event and responding to it.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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However, they were limited to single steps to tackle multi-surface flooring and not intended for use on stairs.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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Although grand juries are intended to provide a check on prosecutorial power, Blackman said that check can become a shield against justice when used this way.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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As many tax practitioners predicted, the IRS is relying on new box codes to address new deductions, like the tip deduction.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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As heat waves affect plants, the effects are felt by the pollinators that rely on their blooms for food.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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When a nuclear missile is launched at the United States, White House officials scramble to figure who's responsible and how to respond in a drama featuring Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso and Jared Harris.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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And both backs figure to get plenty of opportunities again this week against Eastern Washington.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Sep. 2025
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The most recent edition of Deloitte’s Football Money League, which ranks clubs worldwide by revenue, had six English clubs (no prizes for guessing which) in the top 10.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Knowing the kinds of shenanigans these three get into, guessing yes to both would probably be the smart move.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Plus-size travelers are encouraged to plan and research seat dimensions, potentially budgeting for an extra seat.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Under the previous deal, the bonds were tied up with gate revenues, which took a hit during the pandemic, so the club’s owners — via Lewis — refinanced the loans, incurring a £32m break cost to end the loan sooner than planned.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Calculate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calculate. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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