decisive

Example Sentences

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With recent results driven by greater ambition in attack, BBC Sport examines whether England's firepower can prove decisive in their hunt for a first Six Nations title in six years.

From BBC

GB played their own powerplay in response and made full use of it, a furious double sweep by both Mouat and Dodds earning a decisive four points after some deliberation with the measuring stick.

From BBC

Beijing now calls for “decisive breakthroughs” in six key sectors in the next five years: semiconductors, software, high-end machines, medical equipment, advanced materials and biomanufacturing.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We are proud to support the department’s Arsenal of Freedom to ensure the United States and its allies and partners have the decisive edge—now and in the future.”

From Barron's

“She’s a strong leader. She’s decisive. She’s got great creative chops,” Gorman said.

From Los Angeles Times