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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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
The documentary captures the moment when the first all-female crew entered the fiercely competitive world of the America’s Cup, challenging 144 years of tradition and forcing the sailing establishment to reckon with who belonged on the water.
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Brent Lang, Variety, 17 June 2026
The war without has since compounded Iran’s war within, in ways that the world has hardly reckoned with.
—Laura Secor, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026
The four candidates also reckon with the reality that they could very well get cut from the team, despite their best efforts and hard work in preparation.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Lasers can transmit 10 to 100 times more data per second than radio waves, and Khatri reckons that O2O can even improve on this and increase the downlink rate by at least another factor of 10 over what was possible during Artemis 2.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 June 2026
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Brent Lang, Variety, 17 June 2026
The war without has since compounded Iran’s war within, in ways that the world has hardly reckoned with.
—Laura Secor, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026
The four candidates also reckon with the reality that they could very well get cut from the team, despite their best efforts and hard work in preparation.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Lasers can transmit 10 to 100 times more data per second than radio waves, and Khatri reckons that O2O can even improve on this and increase the downlink rate by at least another factor of 10 over what was possible during Artemis 2.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reckon
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Organizers estimate 650,000 visitors will come to the metro area between June 11 and July 19.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Iran is thought to have 972 pounds of uranium that is enriched up to 60% purity, according to the IAEA.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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In the top of the first inning, Rangers catcher Elias Diaz pointed at first base thinking there would be a first-base umpire, when the umpire was in the middle of the diamond.—
Cal Phillips
June 19,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Patients compared treatment quotes, looked at airfare, and calculated whether the trip made financial sense.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Analysts then calculated the average cost of a pie in each city, providing a snapshot of which spots offer the most affordable pizzas.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
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Her aim is to reroute individuals from relying on the approval of the people and systems outside to instead deepening our relationships with ourselves and our community in ways that are more fulfilling.—
Lorinda Toledo,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Gökşeven said at the press conference that performing in near-total darkness forced him to rely on voice, posture and shadow to convey emotion, calling it a great gift for an actor.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering stepping down and could announce a timetable for his departure as early as Monday, according to a report published Saturday.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
21 June 2026
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Rigid gendered rules mean only those born to Parsi fathers are considered part of the community.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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And guess what's going to end up happening?—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Ujal Thakor was first to the buzzer, incorrectly guessing Tennessee.—
Louis Peitzman,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 June 2026
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Zoroastrianism’s core tenets – a single God, the cosmic struggle between good and evil – are widely believed by historians to have formed the theological groundwork for the major Abrahamic religions.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Authorities believe the fire was caused by a lightning strike.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Jamison-Travis is another six-round pick who figures to land a roster spot based on his draft pedigree.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The new starting rotation of Chris Sale, Martín Pérez, Bryce Elder, Grant Holmes and JR Ritchie figures to get a lengthy trial.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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“Reckon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reckon. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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