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Recent Examples of determinative
One is determinative, and the architects of that story already know the morality contained in the story, with the objective to lay out a moral system.
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Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Seattle Seahawks, 5:15 p.m., Lumen Field Again, the Rams’ pass rush will be determinative against a weak Seattle offensive line.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 2 Sep. 2025
North Carolina, often considered determinative in recent presidential contests, could offer a bellwether for national trends as both major parties consider their direction and platform for 2028.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
This implies that the genetic differences captured by Wade's race concept are not determinative of a group's specific social and political adaptations.
—Daniel Falkiner, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2014
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Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Seattle Seahawks, 5:15 p.m., Lumen Field Again, the Rams’ pass rush will be determinative against a weak Seattle offensive line.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 2 Sep. 2025
North Carolina, often considered determinative in recent presidential contests, could offer a bellwether for national trends as both major parties consider their direction and platform for 2028.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
This implies that the genetic differences captured by Wade's race concept are not determinative of a group's specific social and political adaptations.
—Daniel Falkiner, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2014
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for determinative
Adjective
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In a gerrymandered state like Illinois, primary battles for congressional seats typically are more dispositive than the general election in the fall.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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In transactions with foreign capital participation, these questions can become dispositive.—
Alexandrine Armstrong-Cerfontaine,
Fortune,
25 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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So many warrants were indisputable proof that the shooter had been right to fear for his life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Jalen Hurts’ credentials are indisputable.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Look for determinate tomato varieties, which are less sprawling and more suitable for containers than indeterminate varieties.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
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Prosecutors said McBride received a determinate sentence of 20 years and four months in prison, to be followed by an indeterminate sentence of 75 years to life in prison.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Duesberg kept making his argument well after evidence that the human immunodeficiency virus, HIV, causes AIDS became incontestable.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2026
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That is to say, there is no one pure ur-movie, unblemished and incontestable.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
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For several decades, bonds have been the unquestionable anchor for portfolios — liquid, stable, and reliable.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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What is unquestionable is that like millions of other anguished parents, Rob and Michele struggled with how to help their troubled son.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
20 Dec. 2025
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His ability to score at a high level was real and undeniable.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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While the apizzas aren’t baked in traditional coal ovens, the casual vibe and charming lack of wait time were undeniable.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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These are but a few examples of conventional wisdom that for centuries were widely accepted as irrefutable truth.—
Larry D. Urish,
Oc Register,
30 Jan. 2026
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The whiteprint is irrefutable evidence of the Nazis’ murderous intent.—
Elliott Broidy,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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In 2025, Rebecca Yarros is that genre’s indubitable champion.—
Rebecca Yarros,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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But while the trajectory is indubitable, the ascent is far from smooth, as Ghana’s recent experiences neatly encapsulate.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Determinative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/determinative. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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