RULING (ON) Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

ruling (on)

verb

Definition of ruling (on)

present participle of rule (on)

as in deciding

to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute) the coach ruled on the question of whether an off-campus bar fight ought to disqualify someone from the team

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Because mRNA vaccines can be produced faster than conventional shots, manufacturers may eventually be able to wait longer before deciding which strains to target — and respond faster if circulating strains change.

— Sally C. Pipes, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
Before deciding someone is reckless or overly cautious, look at what each of you is actually trying to protect.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of deciding

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The digital campaign identifies Mayor Bryan Calvo and members of the Hialeah City Council as the decision makers responsible for determining the library’s fate.

— Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026
Just how useful the rankings are in determining the quality of a college is up for debate.

— Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of determining

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The Broncos’ offense started the game with a punt, a fumble from Riley and a turnover on downs before settling in for three methodical TD drives.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 20 Sep. 2026
The company is accustomed to settling on its coffee sources 12 to 24 months ahead of time.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of settling

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His upcoming show next week promises to be another cheeky affair, at least judging by the teaser Martens shared with his 367,000 followers on Instagram on Thursday that showed a woman’s butt and men’s abs behind a steamy glass panel.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
This is not easy for Robin (Griffin), who, judging by his nervously twitching legs and tendency to info-dump on interlocutors, finds ordinary interactions very stressful.

— Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

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