as in calculation
the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value
the figuring of the cost of the car repair was rushed, and so it bears little resemblance to the actual result
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1
as in deciding
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
we figured that we had better arrive early at the concert in order to get good seats
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2
as in estimating
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
let's figure the juice in the pan to be about a cup and just add it to the mix
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3
as in calculating
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations
the car dealer figured that our monthly car payment would be $357
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as in thinking
to have as an opinion
the father figures that girls should have the same athletic opportunities as boys and supports his daughter's interest in soccer
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Recent Examples of figuring
Fiona Riley, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Somehow, the guy known for not thinking much about results has a stealthy knack for figuring things out.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Thus, figuring how to prevent collisions has become more important as space agencies continue to rocket new technology into low Earth orbit — and there's already a brisk launch schedule planned for 2026.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
There is no reason both parties can't be at the table right now figuring this out.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Vrabel asked, figuring his proud Texan friend had moved back or maybe stayed in Minnesota.
—Andrew Callahan, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2026
But figuring it out was easier said than done.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Indicating when her doorbell camera was removed from the door is crucial to figuring this out, but there are still questions.
—Todd Miyazawa, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
And the Rebels, after some early struggles, are suddenly figuring some things out, evidenced by a 10-point win at Utah State on Tuesday in a game they were projected to lose by 16.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
By Cohn’s figuring, 46% of all master’s of fine art students who borrowed exceeded the new $20,500 annual limit in 2019-2020, as did 31% of all master’s of social work students who borrowed.
—Fiona Riley, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
In a ruse that, for lack of a more astute reference point here, feels very Don Draper-coded, Rose poses as the dear male soldier who died next to her in battle, figuring why waste the deeds to perfectly decent land, or his name.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Somehow, the guy known for not thinking much about results has a stealthy knack for figuring things out.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Thus, figuring how to prevent collisions has become more important as space agencies continue to rocket new technology into low Earth orbit — and there's already a brisk launch schedule planned for 2026.
—Julian Dossett, Space.com, 10 Feb. 2026
There is no reason both parties can't be at the table right now figuring this out.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Vrabel asked, figuring his proud Texan friend had moved back or maybe stayed in Minnesota.
—Andrew Callahan, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2026
But figuring it out was easier said than done.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Indicating when her doorbell camera was removed from the door is crucial to figuring this out, but there are still questions.
—Todd Miyazawa, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
And the Rebels, after some early struggles, are suddenly figuring some things out, evidenced by a 10-point win at Utah State on Tuesday in a game they were projected to lose by 16.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for figuring
Noun
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Assuming a federal tax rate of about 15% to 20% for new-vehicle buyers, the first-year deduction would translate into less than $750 in tax savings, according to Cox Automotive calculations.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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In outpacing even most private-sector calculations, the INDEC inflation figure published Tuesday dispelled concerns — at least for now — that the government was cooking the books in any way comparable to his predecessors.—
Isabel Debre,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Denver’s return from the bye week in Washington was anything but pretty defensively until Nik Bonitto made one of the plays of the season, batting down a deciding two-point conversion attempt in overtime and sealing the Broncos’ eighth straight win.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2026
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Of course, not all airports serve the same destinations, and differences in travel time and parking fees should be considered when deciding which airport to depart from.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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New work and volunteer requirements, designed without caregivers in mind, could create unintended consequences — with the Congressional Budget Office estimating that Medicaid work requirements could increase the number of uninsured adults by nearly 5 million by 2034.—
Emily D. Tisdale,
STAT,
12 Feb. 2026
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On Metaculus, a group of forecasters has taken to estimating when AIs will have the chops to out-predict an elite team of humans.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Powell, as Becket, is always thinking, deciding, calculating, and the actor lets that all show through.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Different churches have found various ways of calculating the traditional 40 days of Lent, but the number itself is important.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Still, thinking about how great the makeup artist made my skin look has inspired me to keep trying.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Feb. 2026
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Leave with your interviewer being a fan of yours and thinking of you when the right position comes along.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But for many renters and hopeful homebuyers, the math still isn’t mathing.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Pre-literacy skills and math concepts can be important for school districts and policymakers as children get ready to begin state testing in later years.—
Makiya Seminera,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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However, choosing fewer priorities and building momentum through small, consistent actions that actually stick is likely to have a better outcome than getting spread too thin.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Bélanger notes that most midlife women benefit from aiming for about 25 to 35 grams of protein per meal, and choosing meals in that range consistently helps support lean mass and metabolic health.—
Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Hosted by John Bishop, the 1% Club-esque show is inspired by scientist Francis Galton’s discovery from more than a century ago that crowds are better at guessing than individuals.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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There is a narrative there… Here’s how the panelists told the story at the Grammy Museum, obviously with more of a focus on what was happening in Brother Studio, and secondary guessing at what was happening in Brian’s not always permeable head.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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