1
as in estimates
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 thinks
chiefly dialect
to have as an opinion
I reckon you must be new to these parts
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3
as in calculates
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 relies
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 reckons
Today, according to Bloomberg, the Wall Street analyst consensus reckons Tesla’s still cheap and that its shares will rise 15% from here to $416 over the next 12 months.
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Shawn Tully, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
The writer reckons with the charismatic, philandering father who tried to mold his son in his image.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
As the party reckons with competing future visions, some clarity may arrive Tuesday.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 15 Mar. 2026
On her first album in eight years, Robyn reckons with motherhood and midlife desire, Spencer Kornhaber writes.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Telford started out as a stonemason, and Day reckons the high standard of craftmanship is down to his background.
—Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Vij arrives to her new post as the city’s cultural scene reckons with federal budget cuts to the arts, climbing costs, and the long hangover of the Covid-19 crisis.
—News Desk, Artforum, 2 Mar. 2026
Hearn reckons Zuffa will be successful because of the people involved; not just White, but Khan, Shapiro and Ari Emanuel, the powerful Hollywood agent who is now executive chairman of TKO.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
As Canva reckons with dramatic changes in the market, the design software vendor is getting acquisitive.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
The writer reckons with the charismatic, philandering father who tried to mold his son in his image.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
As the party reckons with competing future visions, some clarity may arrive Tuesday.
—Caroline Vakil, The Hill, 15 Mar. 2026
On her first album in eight years, Robyn reckons with motherhood and midlife desire, Spencer Kornhaber writes.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Telford started out as a stonemason, and Day reckons the high standard of craftmanship is down to his background.
—Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Vij arrives to her new post as the city’s cultural scene reckons with federal budget cuts to the arts, climbing costs, and the long hangover of the Covid-19 crisis.
—News Desk, Artforum, 2 Mar. 2026
Hearn reckons Zuffa will be successful because of the people involved; not just White, but Khan, Shapiro and Ari Emanuel, the powerful Hollywood agent who is now executive chairman of TKO.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
As Canva reckons with dramatic changes in the market, the design software vendor is getting acquisitive.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reckons
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Epstein estimates that the land technology business will grow 30% in 2026 as demand for replenishing munitions grows.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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Marc Lotenberg, the founder and chief executive of Dorsia, a members-only platform for exclusive restaurant reservations, estimates brands can spend up to tens of millions of dollars at Coachella.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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At least, Fowler, who’s covered every season since the franchise’s inception, thinks so.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Robin thinks the lopsided representation likely has something to do with genetic differences between people of different racial groups — specifically in genes for athletic or intellectual abilities.—
Megan Molteni,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
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The scale calculates 24 metrics.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
5 Apr. 2026
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United calculates baggage fees based on where passengers are flying, the fare class of a ticket, and any traveler membership status.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Given Luna’s lack of physical form, the system relies on human employees to operate the shop and interact with customers.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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The company relies on the US government for the largest share of its revenue, with contracts worth close to $900 million with the Pentagon last year, along with smaller contracts for ICE, as well as Treasury and other government agencies, according to data compiled by Bloomberg Government.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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After their niece, Sadie (Kayli Carter), goes to live with them, Rachel considers asking her for help, leading to awkward family tension when Sadie's parents find out.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
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The finding provides the clearest evidence yet that matter can materialize from what classical physics considers empty space.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Apr. 2026
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Leo’s fine, one supposes, as evil plantation owner Calvin Candie, but the role is not a natural fit for him.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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The first theory supposes that the Big Bang produced dense spots that didn’t collapse immediately.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
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Some groundwater monitoring wells detected contamination levels higher than at any point since 1991, which the county believes may be due to a new leak.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Counsell believes Rea’s low, steady heartbeat is a strength of the veteran’s.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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That expertise on the boards figures to pair well with the shooting prowess of Atlanta stars Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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South Carolina figures to be another tough defensive matchup.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Reckons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reckons. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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