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determine

[dih-tur-min] / dɪˈtɜr mɪn /






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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Ultimately, a test that demands what is often impossible is not a test designed to determine what is true.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Under the legislation, the city’s Department of Finance will determine whether a residence is a second home and calculate its market value.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Detectives are reviewing incidents at Sheron’s home to determine if they had any relation to the attack, Stewart said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

A coroner is still to determine the circumstances around Christie, Nadia and Emily's deaths.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

That’s what Jonah’s been calling me since January, when we took the standardized tests to determine who would qualify for the honors track in high school and I got sick right before the test started.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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