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determine

[dih-tur-min] / dɪˈtɜr mɪn /






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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Finalists will be randomly selected from public submissions and sent to Big Bear third-graders, who will determine the winners, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The CLC said it "will consider the response received, if any, at a future meeting and determine what action may be taken".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

California Attorney General Rob Bonta says the case returns to the judge to determine damages and penalties.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Their vantage point from behind the plate gave them what they believed to be the unique ability to determine the sequence of every duel between pitcher and hitter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

However, if you don’t have the song written in notation, you will need to determine the song’s meter by ear.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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