- present participle of determine.
determining
Example Sentences
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The initial phase of the trial, which concluded Monday, focused on determining whether Salazar committed the killing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
This ratio matters if you need to apply for another loan the following school year, because lenders consider it when determining applicants’ creditworthiness.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 24, 2026
He’ll be a critical part of the Chargers’ offense and a major factor in determining whether the franchise can get over the playoff hump.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
Treasurys play a major role in determining borrowing costs across the economy, including 30-year mortgages.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
Ultimately the determining factor is the mental attitude of the ruling class itself.
From "1984" by George Orwell
