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
Schilders believes the importance of determining the exact injury is crucial.
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Gregg Evans, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Many players will still be determining their new destinations as classes start.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
The panel's conservative majority appeared skeptical of the state's arguments and said the president is entitled to deference in determining when troops are necessary.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Halligan presented the Comey case to the grand jury, despite prosecutors and investigators determining there was insufficient evidence to charge him, ABC News reported at the time.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2025
The airline has begun removing metal bag sizers from boarding gates, with agents now advised to use their judgment in determining bag compliance.
—Ben Kelly, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
These denials typically involve medical judgment, surprise medical bills, or an insurer deciding to retroactively cancel coverage or determining that a treatment was experimental.
—Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 7 Oct. 2025
Louisville Metro officials are now determining local zoning rules to accommodate these new facilities, with a proposal to allow them in downtown without special permits.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
When determining who to accept, a school will first look at all students who marked it as their first choice on their applications.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Gregg Evans, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Many players will still be determining their new destinations as classes start.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Oct. 2025
The panel's conservative majority appeared skeptical of the state's arguments and said the president is entitled to deference in determining when troops are necessary.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Halligan presented the Comey case to the grand jury, despite prosecutors and investigators determining there was insufficient evidence to charge him, ABC News reported at the time.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2025
The airline has begun removing metal bag sizers from boarding gates, with agents now advised to use their judgment in determining bag compliance.
—Ben Kelly, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
These denials typically involve medical judgment, surprise medical bills, or an insurer deciding to retroactively cancel coverage or determining that a treatment was experimental.
—Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 7 Oct. 2025
Louisville Metro officials are now determining local zoning rules to accommodate these new facilities, with a proposal to allow them in downtown without special permits.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
When determining who to accept, a school will first look at all students who marked it as their first choice on their applications.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for determining
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Despite Schneider saying ahead of the game, Yesavage was a real option, the manager confirmed Saturday the rookie righty was never going to appear in the deciding fourth contest.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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With how charming the patterns are, deciding on just one can be just as hard as deciding on your china pattern for your wedding registry.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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Just figuring the run right there, Blake’s pitched some of the biggest outs, innings in the postseason for us.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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The bigger issue is the Texas A&M defense, which was assaulted by a Notre Dame offense still figuring it out with a first-year starter at quarterback.—
Matt Hayes,
USA TODAY,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Longhorns take the opening kickoff of the second half and use nearly half of the third quarter to drive 75 yards in 14 plays, capped by Manning finding a wide-open Moore in the back of the end zone for a 12-yard touchdown and a 10-6 lead.—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Oct. 2025
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This isn’t Punchline, but the milieu is an ideal backdrop, and the idea of standing on stage and finding yourself in the process is inspired.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
11 Oct. 2025
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Right Now Reducing and eventually stopping sugar cravings can take time.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
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His dad raced, and Vinson followed in his father’s footsteps beginning at age 14 before eventually stopping to focus on his career as an educator, first as a teacher and coach, then eventually an administrator, principal and now a superintendent.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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In Cheese Curd's case, further videos show the former stray settling on his rescuer's lap, eating treats, and cuddling up with new toys and pillows bought especially for him.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Lanvin Group remains in the midst of a significant transition with Peter Copping putting his mark on Lanvin and Paul Andrew settling in at Sergio Rossi.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When judging others, assume all failure is due to bad decisions and all success was due to luck.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Oct. 2025
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Regarding York, the coaching change from John Tortorella to Tocchet did seem to give him a boost, judging from his training camp.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Since they’re designed to last for generations, choosing the right pan is essential when the time comes.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Oct. 2025
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Some people tap out during training, choosing a different role or company.—
Samuel Burke,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Lawson-Remer cited the connection between education and clinical practice, and the ability to keep working while learning, as the key factors in making progress in the larger goal of significantly growing the local mental health care workforce.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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This alternative learning pathway can explain some behavioral similarities in bird families that have parental input.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
9 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Determining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/determining. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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