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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Part of their job is to determine whether an insurance company is maintaining an adequate financial cushion based on the risk level of the investments it holds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Attention now turns to two other names that could help determine the index’s near-term direction: Apple Inc.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
“What was needed of the Fact Finder was a dive into the financial analysis of both parties to determine what portion of the budget could be allocated to these needs,” wrote the union’s Brian McNamara.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Announcing the new bench at the weekend, Chief Justice Surya Kant said its hearing will determine "questions of law" in the case.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
“They’re running a bunch of tests and trying to determine why he’s been getting dizzy. But they’re pretty sure it’s his heart again.”
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
