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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By tracking the fluorescence, they could quickly determine whether the virus continued to replicate.
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
It says this technology will allow police to identify where knife crime is highest, particularly when children are commuting to school, and will help determine which schools could benefit the most from help.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
A hearing regarding the protective order is set for Tuesday and may determine whether a final protective order is granted by the Utah court.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
The report’s analysis used the federal poverty guidelines to determine which group a family fell into.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
In addition to the downbeat and meter, you will also need to determine whether the first note of the song begins directly on the downbeat or on a pickup.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
