determining

Example Sentences

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"That is a significant feature when determining whether an immediate custodial sentence must follow," the judge said.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

At the same time, our ability to thrive on a clean-energy economy will be one of the determining features of the strength of America’s middle class for generations to come.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The selection committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices has discretion when determining which eligible companies to add to the index and sometimes chooses not to make changes at the scheduled time.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The new findings suggest that changes in the immune system over the course of aging may play an important role in determining when cancer is most likely to spread.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

“If classroom behavior were a determining factor for making the team, Connor, you might be in trouble,” Mr. Dimming says.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper