- present tense form of determine (3rd person singular).
determines
Example Sentences
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They also studied how the process varied with momentum transfer, which determines the spatial scale being examined inside the nucleus.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026
A deductible determines how much one needs to pay out of pocket before their insurance coverage starts paying for claims.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 9, 2026
If the league determines that Nacua violated the NFL’s personal conduct policy, he could be suspended.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
A commercial tree comprises a rootstock, chosen for its tolerance to local conditions, grafted to the upper half which determines what sort of fruit is produced.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
The relative size of the spheres and the extent of their displacement with regard to each other determines the size of the zone of dry land.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
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