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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According to Wong, one challenge with visible-light observations is that clouds can hide some flashes, making it difficult to determine their true brightness.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
Then parents should do the math to determine how much their child’s return will add to their household expenditures.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te weighed in Wednesday, declaring that Taiwan’s status isn’t up to China or the U.S. to determine.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Because the scientists only know the start and end points of the journey, it was impossible to determine the whale's exact route -- or how far it actually travelled.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
The time is now near at hand which must probably determine, whether Americans are to be, Freemen, or Slaves.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
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