determining

Example Sentences

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“An additional argument for Ukraine in determining our position has always been the resolution of one of the key humanitarian issues of this war—namely, the release of prisoners of war,” Zelensky said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

These structures operate at an incredibly small scale, but they play a major role in determining how genes are turned on or off.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

Spain's health ministry said officials were determining which passengers required urgent evacuation from Cape Verde, where the ship was docked.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

By determining which media — or “torch,” as they’re called — “amplifies light,” an undefined expression that asks each person to vote based on their values.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Because all the surgeons had testified that the bullet wound was mortal, Cox said, doctor malpractice was not an issue in determining the defendant's guilt.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow