1
as in deciding
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
a three-member panel will determine the case
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2
as in figuring
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
trying to determine which direction we were facing
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3
as in finding
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we failed to determine the answer to the riddle
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4
as in stopping
to come to an end
your participation in the savings plan determines with the termination of your employment here
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as in settling
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
your choice of college could determine the rest of your life
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Recent Examples of determining
The scientists analyzed their data further, determining that the red dwarf stars may have consumed the equivalent of three to ten Earths in planetary matter in total.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Test scores are just one data point that may be used in determining if a child should be held back, alongside classroom grades, teacher recommendations and attendance.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
If a tie affects the outcome, state law outlines a process for determining the winner.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Dallas Fire-Rescue’s arson investigators will collaborate with the National Transportation Safety Board on determining the cause of the explosion, Ball said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
But a week after reporting the kidnapping, investigators arrested the couple at their Cabazon home after determining that Emmanuel was most likely dead and the couple had faked their story.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
But determining the right timing requires understanding your audience.
—William Arruda, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Bilingual interviewers began the interview in English and were instructed to follow the lead of the respondent in determining whether to conduct the survey in English or Spanish.
—New York Times, 21 May 2026
In January, Mayor Brandon Johnson opted not to try to buy the parking meters back from Chicago Parking Meters LLC after determining the cost was too high.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 May 2026
Test scores are just one data point that may be used in determining if a child should be held back, alongside classroom grades, teacher recommendations and attendance.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
If a tie affects the outcome, state law outlines a process for determining the winner.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Dallas Fire-Rescue’s arson investigators will collaborate with the National Transportation Safety Board on determining the cause of the explosion, Ball said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
But a week after reporting the kidnapping, investigators arrested the couple at their Cabazon home after determining that Emmanuel was most likely dead and the couple had faked their story.
—Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
But determining the right timing requires understanding your audience.
—William Arruda, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Bilingual interviewers began the interview in English and were instructed to follow the lead of the respondent in determining whether to conduct the survey in English or Spanish.
—New York Times, 21 May 2026
In January, Mayor Brandon Johnson opted not to try to buy the parking meters back from Chicago Parking Meters LLC after determining the cost was too high.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for determining
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Now, after Oklahoma came back from a six-run deficit, the specter of 20 years with no super regionals will loom them for the deciding game on Monday afternoon.—
Michael Cunningham,
AJC.com,
1 June 2026
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So, many homeowners are deciding to stay put and renovate.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The eternally optimistic Canales still seems bullish on Legette figuring things out, but a disappointing start to the season could land him on the trading block by October.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Meaning he’s gone from being on the verge of retiring to figuring this isn’t necessarily his last season.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2026
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From intelligent fraud monitoring to keeping transactions (and cash) flowing, tools like these are finding fresh applications of AI that help sellers maintain an advantage in a competitive marketplace.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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In a sea of prestige actresses doing dramedy, Byrne is a true comedic talent, sporting incredible instincts for finding the funniest angle for Sylvia to take in her line readings or gestures.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Most of the night went on without a hitch, with several show-stopping moments bringing the audience to their feet, but like every live event, there were a few flubs and a couple eyebrow-raising choices.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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The four-time Grand Slam champion also recently wore a show-stopping outfit at the Met Gala in New York.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
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Medeiros scored on a wild pitch by Aiden Robinson (seven innings, three strikeouts), who dealt with early command issues before settling into a groove.—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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So the people settling Adelaide were not the convicts.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2026
Verb
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But the relationship soon fizzled out, with some critics judging Chanel’s sophisticated designs too minimal for the big screen.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Telly Awards are chosen by a judging council made up of more than 250 experts from video.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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When the fabric is right, your comfort is sure to follow — but choosing pieces that are also work-appropriate is trickier.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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The lack of clarity makes choosing a company potentially confusing for patients, and the medical profession is partly to blame, said Jamy Ard, an obesity doctor and researcher at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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The deep-learning assistant integrates with the company’s existing size widgets and retailer data portals, and rolls out for retail deployment at the start of June.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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That mentality plays into Elliott’s desire to continue learning new things about his trade even after a career spanning six decades.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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“Determining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/determining. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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