determine
Usage
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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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In its assessment, the regulator determined household debt remains high, but relatively stable and below historical peaks.
To determine where fire is missing and where it is happening too often, the team used geospatial evidence such as pollen records and dirt samples.
From Science Daily
While researchers have not yet determined firefighters' exact exposure levels or the long-term health effects associated with these chemicals, the study provides new information for fire departments evaluating protective gear.
From Science Daily
Despite the rain, the King seemed determined to go outside, where crowds appeared taken aback to see this unexpected visitor and held up their phones in the drizzle.
From BBC
His dad warned against the idea, but Gabriel said he was determined.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
