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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
Nelly Furtado has long had to reckon with society’s narrow definition of physical beauty, revealing in September that earlier in her career, magazines routinely lightened her skin and slimmed out her hips in photos.
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 7 Jan. 2025
My character didn't have to really reckon with any rats, Bill and Emma had to deal with more rats sort of close to the body.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Some of these artists have already made a huge name for themselves in Korea and are currently looking to grow their international audience, while others are rapidly emerging in their local market as talented musicians to be reckoned with.
—Regina Kim, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
To its credit, Doc is more adept at crafting moral dilemmas that force its characters to reckon with the cost of saving one child at the expense of another’s health, or a patient’s right to know a secret that could destroy his family.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Jan. 2025
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Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 7 Jan. 2025
My character didn't have to really reckon with any rats, Bill and Emma had to deal with more rats sort of close to the body.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Some of these artists have already made a huge name for themselves in Korea and are currently looking to grow their international audience, while others are rapidly emerging in their local market as talented musicians to be reckoned with.
—Regina Kim, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
To its credit, Doc is more adept at crafting moral dilemmas that force its characters to reckon with the cost of saving one child at the expense of another’s health, or a patient’s right to know a secret that could destroy his family.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Jan. 2025
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By 2035 it’s estimated there will be more Americans aged 65 and over than 18 and younger.—
Letters to the editor,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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According to 2023 Census Bureau estimates, about 43.4 million Americans — 13.7% of the U.S. population age 5 and older — speak Spanish at home.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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And does the new Bears coach think Poles can fix the gaps in free agency and the draft? Johnson will have much to share about his plans in the days ahead.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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North Korean troops fighting for Russia in Ukraine thought the war was a military exercise, according to videos released by Ukraine.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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For each role, the analysts calculated a composite score.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The damages were calculated as a fraction of the infringing product’s price, multiplied by the number of units sold.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
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In contrast, men, often newcomers to these networks, would rely on their wives' families for support, land, and livelihood.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, Iraq’s economy relies on oil revenues, which comprise 95 percent of Iraq’s federal budget and expose the country to market fluctuations.—
James Durso,
The Hill,
16 Jan. 2025
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Scammers often make declarations of love early in the communication, and Wang says this should be considered a red flag.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
18 Jan. 2025
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The future of TikTok remains murky as the U.S. Supreme Court considers whether to uphold a law that could ban the social media app due to national security concerns starting Sunday.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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And guess what defensive coordinator loves to blitz?—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
18 Jan. 2025
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President-elect Trump sent shockwaves through Capitol Hill on Friday by announcing that his inaugural ceremonies will take place indoors, leaving members of Congress guessing about their plans.—
Andrew Solender,
Axios,
17 Jan. 2025
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However, his defense attorney and the prosecution believed that a lack of direct evidence affected the jury’s decision.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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As in the nation’s capital, the Sacramento marchers rallied for rights believed under threat from the incoming administration: immigrants’ rights; rights of transgender people; and reproductive and workers’ rights.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
19 Jan. 2025
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The game figures to be tight, and for a while now, coach Andy Reid’s Chiefs have been winning such duels.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Anderson figures to give the Angels some roster depth at shortstop in camp.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Reckon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reckon. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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