- present tense form of determine (3rd person singular).
determines
Example Sentences
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It determines the fastest and safest route from one point to another while accounting for factors including currents, wind, other boats and people swimming in the water, according to the CFO.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
"The Pacific Islands Forum determines what happens here, not any other country."
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
The crackdown also comes amid questions over how Hegseth determines who gets access to Pentagon information.
From Salon ● Aug. 22, 2026
And with left tackle Alaric Jackson possibly facing a suspension if the NFL determines that he violated the league’s personal conduct policy, Trost could be counted on immediately.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
This is why it is gravity that determines the evolution of the universe.
From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking
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