determining

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Seven disciplines will be contested in both London and New York - the 100m hurdles, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, mile, and long jump - with an athlete's combined points determining the overall event winner.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Reopening the waterway, through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply transits, will be key to determining the extent of the conflict’s economic impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

For Gaskins, the report fell short of determining if L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

If that level is reached, the stock’s behavior from there will be key in determining whether it stabilizes or resumes its broader weakness.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Moore said the determining factor was not Volpe’s status but, in a sense, his popularity.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove