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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Afterwards, you can determine how much you’re comfortable withdrawing from your retirement savings and when it makes the most sense to claim Social Security.
From MarketWatch
After determining the suspect fled inside a nearby building, officers established a perimeter.
From Los Angeles Times
They recommend considering alternative post-operative treatments and note that further studies are needed to determine whether swelling affects implant performance even when rupture does not occur.
From Science Daily
In a deep dive to determine why and how “Night Country” ended up being the gayest straight show ever, I landed on a big clue.
From Salon
She also proposed tightening the “serious injury” standard that courts use to determine damages for pain and suffering, which can result in jackpot awards.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
