determine
Usage
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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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Beyond those obvious differences, scientists needed to determine whether each second on Mars passes at the same rate as it does on Earth.
From Science Daily
In April 2022, the Jersey government launched an investigation to determine the source of the funds, sparking a long-running legal battle.
From BBC
The Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety said Edison must determine which unused transmission lines are most at risk of igniting fires and create a plan to decrease that risk.
From Los Angeles Times
The Bureau of Industry and Security is set to determine in January whether silver is a threat to national security as a critical mineral on which the U.S. has a 64% import reliance.
From MarketWatch
The label on Monday announced that Danielle's contract was terminated as it was "determined that it would be difficult for her to continue as... an artist under ADOR".
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
