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determine

[dih-tur-min] / dɪˈtɜr mɪn /






Usage

What are other ways to say determine?

To determine is to arrive at a conclusion after reasoning or observation: He determined that there was no available path to victory. To resolve is to show firmness of purpose: He resolved to ask for a promotion. To decide is to make up one's mind as to what shall be done and the way to do it: He decided to go today.


Example Sentences

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“The prior and ongoing vetting by other agencies and entities has been insufficient to determine whether the claims are fraudulent,” he stated.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Additional research will be needed to determine whether these findings can lead to therapies for humans.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

For example, Samsara’s cameras used in delivery trucks can help determine when a driver is distracted or drowsy, and deliver real-time alerts.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Flight argues that, no matter how powerful the technology of frontier models, “cost curves, capacity constraints and marginal returns” are what will determine the pace and scale of adoption.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

He circled the basket like it was prey, wary eyes fixed on the two remaining slips of paper as he tried to determine which bore his family’s name.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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