- present participle of determine.
determining
Example Sentences
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One project uses AI analysis of anonymised mobile phone data to spot mass-population movements during disasters, determining where people are fleeing, to help humanitarians better tailor their response.
From Barron's • Jul. 10, 2026
This energy release, often called heating, plays an important role in determining how matter is expelled during stellar explosions.
From Science Daily • Jul. 8, 2026
Many characteristics go into determining someone’s sex: chromosomes, reproductive organs, hormonal balances, secondary sex characteristics like breast tissue and body-hair distribution.
From Slate • Jul. 7, 2026
While he did not suspend his campaign, Platner said he would take a pause before determining his next move.
From Salon • Jul. 6, 2026
Class plays an increased role, too, in determining where and with whom affluent Americans live.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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