determine
Usage
What are other ways to say determine?
To determine is to arrive at a conclusion after reasoning or observation: He determined that there was no available path to victory. To resolve is to show firmness of purpose: He resolved to ask for a promotion. To decide is to make up one's mind as to what shall be done and the way to do it: He decided to go today.
Example Sentences
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Because exercise and ibuprofen reduce inflammation through different biological pathways, researchers wanted to determine whether either approach, or a combination of both, could help protect cognitive function during chemotherapy.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
It is expected to use its information-gathering powers to determine whether there are grounds for concern regarding Sullivan's role in the club.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
The mayoral primary, along with a slate of other races, was last Tuesday, but it took a week to determine the second of the top-two finalists.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Law enforcement sources told The Times that investigators are still trying to determine the sequence of shots and if the shots from the suspect or other police hit the officer.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
For instance, if we want to find a particular particle, we need to determine the particle’s position and velocity—where it is and how fast it is going.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
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