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determinant

adjective as in determinative

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"To break free from the poverty trap, it is essential to first break the primary vicious circle by addressing its root causes - namely the key determinants of economic growth," he says.

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Parental wealth is another main determinant of whether someone will be able to achieve the stability now necessary to marry.

The OBR judgement on UK productivity could be the single biggest determinant of how much of a gap there is, and therefore how much Budget pain the chancellor needs to administer.

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The low percentage of adults reading with kids “is concerning given that regular reading during childhood is a strong determinant of reading ability and engagement later in life,” the study read.

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“Blue” states often invest more in these social determinants of health, which ultimately yield better health outcomes.

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