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as in computes
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 estimates
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 prepares
to work out the details of (something) in advance
calculated the best route to take to the coast
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as in intends
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 relies
to place reliance or trust
we know we can calculate on you following through, whatever the assignment
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Recent Examples of calculates
Using Economic Policy Institute data, Investopedia calculates $650,000 to cover childcare, transportation, meals, and other expenses, with college costs exceeding $230,000 for two children.
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
An overpayment can happen when the SSA incorrectly calculates a person's benefits or when a beneficiary fails to update a change in income.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2025
Third Way calculates this number by dividing the total net price of obtaining a college degree by the post-enrollment earnings boost that students get compared to the typical salary of a high school graduate in their state.
—Emma Whitford, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
That's one of the findings from a group at the University of Michigan of a comprehensive study that calculates the overall cradle-to-grave carbon impact for different types of vehicles, including factors like powertrain options, location (within the country), and use patterns.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
This second model calculates the minimum pressure needed to hold a patient’s limb in place, making the assistance feel less rigid and more natural for movement.
—Mack Degeurin Aug 21, Popular Science, 21 Aug. 2025
What's changed Instead of using one-size-fits-all charts, the new approach focuses on the PREVENT (Preventing Risk of cardiovascular disease EVENTs) method, a tool that calculates a person's 10- and 30-year risk of heart attack or stroke.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The bank calculates 90% of jobs will be touched in some way by AI automation or augmentation, with cost savings flowing directly from reduced headcount, natural attrition, and automation of knowledge-intensive but routine tasks.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2025
In his article for Mosaic magazine, Israeli computer scientist Moshe Koppel calculates that Sefaria’s digitized library, about a thousand volumes, barely grazes the surface.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
An overpayment can happen when the SSA incorrectly calculates a person's benefits or when a beneficiary fails to update a change in income.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2025
Third Way calculates this number by dividing the total net price of obtaining a college degree by the post-enrollment earnings boost that students get compared to the typical salary of a high school graduate in their state.
—Emma Whitford, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
That's one of the findings from a group at the University of Michigan of a comprehensive study that calculates the overall cradle-to-grave carbon impact for different types of vehicles, including factors like powertrain options, location (within the country), and use patterns.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
This second model calculates the minimum pressure needed to hold a patient’s limb in place, making the assistance feel less rigid and more natural for movement.
—Mack Degeurin Aug 21, Popular Science, 21 Aug. 2025
What's changed Instead of using one-size-fits-all charts, the new approach focuses on the PREVENT (Preventing Risk of cardiovascular disease EVENTs) method, a tool that calculates a person's 10- and 30-year risk of heart attack or stroke.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The bank calculates 90% of jobs will be touched in some way by AI automation or augmentation, with cost savings flowing directly from reduced headcount, natural attrition, and automation of knowledge-intensive but routine tasks.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2025
In his article for Mosaic magazine, Israeli computer scientist Moshe Koppel calculates that Sefaria’s digitized library, about a thousand volumes, barely grazes the surface.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calculates
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Once a possible collision is identified, CREAM automatically computes the best strategy to avoid danger – a job that normally requires a lot of human input.—
David Szondy
August 26,
New Atlas,
26 Aug. 2025
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In each ring, the current layer computes a fingerprint or signature of the next layer out.—
Guy Fedorkow,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 June 2025
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Among families that receive the credit, about two-thirds will see their credit increase from the changes according to Tax Policy Center estimates, with an average increase of $380.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Goldman estimates that hyperscaler capex has totaled $368 billion so far this year.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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That expansion would come as the Broward school district prepares to contract because of shrinking enrollment.—
Jimena Tavel,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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As the band prepares for an exciting anniversary release that’s coming up soon, Led Zeppelin scores a quick top 10 bestseller in America.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Good Good intends to build a digital clubhouse for its followers and play a more active role in their golfing lives.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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With money tight after an unpleasant divorce, Clara intends to sell her mother’s apartment — which her late father left in her name — in a matter of weeks.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Strategists have warned that redistricting could ultimately make Congress more partisan and eliminate centrist members, many of whom each party relies on to help find common ground and unite against contentious legislation.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Sep. 2025
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For anybody familiar with André’s comedy, which relies on the shocking and the absurd, all of this makes sense.—
Chris Almeida,
New Yorker,
31 Aug. 2025
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This figures to be a steep challenge for each team.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Sep. 2025
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With one of the biggest games of the year coming right off the bat, there figures to plenty of juice in this matchup as well as plenty of people looking for the top LSU-Clemson betting promos.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
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Following the Toronto premiere, the team plans an extensive international festival run and theatrical releases across multiple countries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Schroeck said some current faculty will teach the courses online and the school plans to hire six new professors over the next three years to supplement the staff.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Democrats who voted no or did not vote, which counts as a no vote, were Blanca Pacheco, of Downey, John Harabedian, of Pasadena, and Diane Papan, of San Mateo.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Every view counts toward your content reach.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Calculates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calculates. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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