1
as in deciding
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
a three-member panel will determine the case
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2
as in figuring
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
trying to determine which direction we were facing
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3
as in finding
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we failed to determine the answer to the riddle
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4
as in stopping
to come to an end
your participation in the savings plan determines with the termination of your employment here
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as in settling
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
your choice of college could determine the rest of your life
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Recent Examples of determining
Lawyers told ProPublica that determining ill intent would be key to prosecute.
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Robert Faturechi, ProPublica, 6 Sep. 2025
Both will be monumental in determining the final wild-card spot.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Experts have said that any such policy is almost certain to face immediate legal challenges, and that implementing the rule would rely on potential buyers self-declaring as mentally ill or a court determining them to be mentally defective.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Through rulings of human rights and other courts, it has been well established that determining when a killing has been arbitrary depends on whether the killing occurred in the context of peace or armed conflict.
—Mary Ellen O'Connell, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
In addition to the factors above, a company’s people and culture (15%) play a significant role in determining its list placement.
—Bessemer Venture Partners, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
However, other battleground states, including Michigan and Nevada, hope to move up the calendar, given their importance in determining the next president.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2025
As these recent circuit and appellate court rulings illustrate, determining which party bears responsibility for asbestos remediation in condominium units is a highly complex issue, dependent on the specific facts and the governing provisions at play.
—Eduardo J. Valdes, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
That’s where origin verification can play a critical role in determining where a fiber or material has originated.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 27 Aug. 2025
Robert Faturechi, ProPublica, 6 Sep. 2025
Both will be monumental in determining the final wild-card spot.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Experts have said that any such policy is almost certain to face immediate legal challenges, and that implementing the rule would rely on potential buyers self-declaring as mentally ill or a court determining them to be mentally defective.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Through rulings of human rights and other courts, it has been well established that determining when a killing has been arbitrary depends on whether the killing occurred in the context of peace or armed conflict.
—Mary Ellen O'Connell, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
In addition to the factors above, a company’s people and culture (15%) play a significant role in determining its list placement.
—Bessemer Venture Partners, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
However, other battleground states, including Michigan and Nevada, hope to move up the calendar, given their importance in determining the next president.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2025
As these recent circuit and appellate court rulings illustrate, determining which party bears responsibility for asbestos remediation in condominium units is a highly complex issue, dependent on the specific facts and the governing provisions at play.
—Eduardo J. Valdes, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
That’s where origin verification can play a critical role in determining where a fiber or material has originated.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for determining
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The two stuck close to each other's sides while posing for the cameras, even deciding to share a smooch to celebrate the exciting night.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo said Sunday government officials did not conduct any data projections before deciding to roll back vaccine mandates to assess the impact this move would have on the state’s overall case numbers.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
7 Sep. 2025
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Some companies are figuring it out and seeing real value.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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This is the era of all-nighters, early classes, cafeteria skin, and figuring it all out.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Charlotte’s second consecutive 11-play drive halted in the red zone after Harrell led the 49ers down the field with repetitive strikes through the air, finding his favorite target, Javen Nicholas, to set Charlotte up in scoring position.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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Assuring the continuation of this gem means finding spots on future schedules to place it.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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For thinkers like Ratti, the time for stopping or slowing climate change has passed, and the time for climate adaptation is upon us.—
Kate Wagner,
Curbed,
5 Sep. 2025
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The European Commission isn't stopping with financial penalties, though.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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So much for the dawn of a new New England era, with no-nonsense Mike Vrabel as head coach and Josh McDaniels settling in as the new/old offensive coordinator.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Solomon had retired from a career in law enforcement, and was settling into a new routine, making time for exercise and hobbies, such as splitting wood on his farm.—
Allison Aubrey,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bryan and Richie have been part of the judges’ panel since Idol debuted on ABC in Season 16, making this their ninth season judging together.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
9 Sep. 2025
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In general, dividends are not always predictable; but, looking at the history chart below can help in judging whether the most recent dividend is likely to continue.—
Dividend Channel,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This means regularly assessing your thinking skills, consciously choosing when to engage versus delegate mental tasks, and maintaining practices that keep your mind sharp.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Neighbors lined up against the farmers’ solar project, putting the county commission in a position of choosing between private property rights and what neighbors think is best.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Sep. 2025
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Appreciation means valuing the struggle of learning, not despite its difficulty but because of it.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Laura is frantic about saving Daniel after learning Cherry pushed her father from a construction site, fracturing his spine in two places.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Determining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/determining. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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