determined

Example Sentences

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“But they’re so determined to get convictions on these cases, they don’t stop.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

A Los Angeles jury determined last month that Meta and Google intentionally designed their social-media platforms to be addictive, harming the mental health of a plaintiff in childhood.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“It’s notable that these bonuses and tips will be largely out of baristas’ control, relying on customer tipping and store performance metrics as determined by Starbucks management.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Of the 48 teams participating, the three hosts qualified automatically while 43 places were earned via direct qualification from the confederations and two spots were determined by intercontinental play-offs.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The press had found their star in the blunt old man determined to stay by his mountain.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone