1
as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
tried to reckon the size of the crowd at the stadium
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2
as in to think
chiefly dialect
to have as an opinion
I reckon you must be new to these parts
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3
as in to calculate
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations
reckoned the runner's pace by dividing her finishing time by the race distance
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4
as in to rely
to place reliance or trust
don't reckon on being provided with low-cost housing if you take a summer job there
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Recent Examples of reckon
There’s a lot of reckoning going on in his life right now.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
After the Hunt seems to reckon with cancel culture, before revealing where its true interest lies.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
Hicks said the school has taken other steps to reckon with its past in recent years, including acquiring the Beaver Dam plantation, 3 miles from its campus.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
That striking contrast between an idealized version of the Confederate era and a sterner reckoning with the truth is explored in the documentary Natchez, directed by Suzannah Herbert and produced by Darcy McKinnon.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
After the Hunt seems to reckon with cancel culture, before revealing where its true interest lies.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
Hicks said the school has taken other steps to reckon with its past in recent years, including acquiring the Beaver Dam plantation, 3 miles from its campus.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
That striking contrast between an idealized version of the Confederate era and a sterner reckoning with the truth is explored in the documentary Natchez, directed by Suzannah Herbert and produced by Darcy McKinnon.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reckon
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The universe of evergreen private market funds is estimated to be about $427 billion, according to PitchBook, and with current trends, total assets could surpass $1 trillion within the next five years.—
Leslie Picker,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Fire Chief Aaron Lipski estimates the department would need $14 million to repair or replace the department's aging fleet.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Tianjin Municipal Science and Technology Bureau, and Rice University, the work could reshape how scientists think about pollution cleanup by looking closer at the tiniest details hidden in common minerals.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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Adam Green, cofounder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, an influential left-leaning group, said Newsom has not set himself apart as someone average Americans think of as the authentic messenger who connects with a more positive vision for working people.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The company released 6-month results — from April to September — and the quarterly numbers have been calculated by CNBC, based on company statement and LSEG data.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Talking about poop and blackheads might seem socially inept, but it’s calculated.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Nov. 2025
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Currently, the company relies primarily on a partnership with Kalshi to provide the exchange underlying most of Robinhood’s prediction market offerings.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Instead, the program appears to rely heavily on sensationalized accounts from secondary sources with no direct knowledge or relationship with him or his family.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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El Camello has fallen silent, considering what to say next.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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The indictment specifically alleges Alcalá, was tasked with coordinating drug-trafficking activities with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), a Marxist guerrilla group, considered by Washington to be a terrorist organization that has for decades funded itself via the drug trade.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nineteenth-century reporters could be extremely casual with facts and guessed at the spelling of names.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each round features challenges and trivia as contestants try to guess how everyday Americans think and live.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Even if those traits have been on display for years and Antetokounmpo has stacked up great performances for over a decade, Turner believes people need to take time to appreciate his consistent excellence.—
Eric Nehm,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Officials believe that lightning was the cause of the fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Three teams spent less in total than that above figure this season.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Though the Raptors must develop players behind and in support of their stars, this version of the team doesn’t work without those stars figuring this out.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Reckon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reckon. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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