determining factor

Example Sentences

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“In our view, gas prices are just one factor, but not a determining factor when assessing the health of the consumer and the willingness to dine out,” Saleh said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Another key determining factor is likely to be whether AST SpaceMobile can get its satellites into orbit quickly enough to establish a commercial foothold before its giant rival catches up.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

“I don’t think I was the determining factor in this, but it helped move the meter.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Spinning the football, throwing flawless spirals isn’t the determining factor in winning and losing.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

“In the queer mass of human destiny, the determining factor has always been luck,” Mr. Turner observed, raising one eyebrow to Miss Riley.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam