1
as in decisions
a position arrived at after consideration
a determination by the judge regarding an appropriate sentence
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2
as in deductions
an opinion arrived at through a process of reasoning
his determination of the truth of the matter
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Recent Examples of determinations
And many of the court’s six conservative justices seemed sympathetic to the Justice Department’s argument that the law bars courts from reviewing those determinations.
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Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Courts also tended to uncritically accept presidential determinations in matters of foreign affairs and national security.
—Gregg Nunziata, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The law requires insurers to pay qualifying medical claims promptly and without fault determinations.
—Ike Brannon, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
But lawmakers added an amendment in response to the decision to align with its determinations about free speech protections in therapy settings.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
In addition, the bill mandates that states reduce their payment error rates — which measure the accuracy of eligibility and payment determinations — or face millions in penalties.
—Nicole Santa Cruz, ProPublica, 8 Apr. 2026
Citywide, departments make their own determinations on RTO, said Matt Szabo, the city administrative officer.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
The failure to routinely consider parental gun practices, including gun storage and children’s access, in custody determinations is notable – not just because unsecured guns pose a significant danger to children, but because other less substantial risks regularly factor into custody decisions.
—Marcia Zug, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Those determinations complete the World Cup’s 48-team draw, as well as the full schedule, as North America for the first time serves as host.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Courts also tended to uncritically accept presidential determinations in matters of foreign affairs and national security.
—Gregg Nunziata, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The law requires insurers to pay qualifying medical claims promptly and without fault determinations.
—Ike Brannon, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
But lawmakers added an amendment in response to the decision to align with its determinations about free speech protections in therapy settings.
—Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
In addition, the bill mandates that states reduce their payment error rates — which measure the accuracy of eligibility and payment determinations — or face millions in penalties.
—Nicole Santa Cruz, ProPublica, 8 Apr. 2026
Citywide, departments make their own determinations on RTO, said Matt Szabo, the city administrative officer.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
The failure to routinely consider parental gun practices, including gun storage and children’s access, in custody determinations is notable – not just because unsecured guns pose a significant danger to children, but because other less substantial risks regularly factor into custody decisions.
—Marcia Zug, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Those determinations complete the World Cup’s 48-team draw, as well as the full schedule, as North America for the first time serves as host.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for determinations
Noun
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Playoff series are the epitome of small sample sizes, which is why making sport-changing decisions based on those outcomes makes little sense.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Take a pause before making decisions.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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The foundation also wants to adjust that trigger amount annually for inflation and allow deductions of certain revenues, all to reflect the escalating costs of staging a world-class marathon, spokeswoman Meg Treat said.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Specifically, the cap for deductions for state and local taxes (SALT) increased to $40,000 for 2025 from $10,000 the year before.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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JPMorgan Chase and Kpler have reached similar conclusions.—
Anthony Di Paola,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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In response, members of the prosecution team attempted to provide more context in public interviews, explaining the ATF's conclusions while noting the defendant was innocent until proven guilty, Ballard wrote.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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Most of the inferences in that profile were wrong.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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But a close reading of the filing encouraged certain inferences.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even fifty years later, my mom has iconic looks and lots of opinions, especially when packing for a vacation.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.—
Jeff Kilburg,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
Noun
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An accident can raise questions about medical care, lost wages, and insurance, while an immigration matter can involve deadlines, documentation, and the fear that one wrong move will carry consequences for years.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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This terrorist activity poses a direct threat to the stability of friendly Mali and could have the most serious consequences for the entire region.—
Paul Tilsley,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Both were stone-faced when the jury’s verdicts were read, but afterward Rivera walked over to Nuhfer and gave her a hug at the defense table.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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But, today was not a day for verdicts or vindication.—
Maxwell Adler,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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