1
as in to decide
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
a three-member panel will determine the case
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2
as in to choose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
trying to determine which direction we were facing
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3
as in to find
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we failed to determine the answer to the riddle
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4
as in to conclude
to come to an end
your participation in the savings plan determines with the termination of your employment here
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as in to settle
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
your choice of college could determine the rest of your life
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Recent Examples of determine
The Bears will face Hallsville at a time and place that is to be determined.
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
Before it was even built, biologists determined that the lake would be deep enough for two story fishing–meaning that both warm water fish like bass, crappie, and catfish, as well as cold water fish like trout could survive.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Social Security payment amounts are determined by several factors, including age of retirement, the amount paid into Social Security, and the number of years paid into Social Security.
—Adisa Hargett-Robinson, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2026
Investigators are working to determine whether the fire is connected to the homicide investigation.
—Erin Jones, CBS News, 16 May 2026
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
Before it was even built, biologists determined that the lake would be deep enough for two story fishing–meaning that both warm water fish like bass, crappie, and catfish, as well as cold water fish like trout could survive.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Social Security payment amounts are determined by several factors, including age of retirement, the amount paid into Social Security, and the number of years paid into Social Security.
—Adisa Hargett-Robinson, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2026
Investigators are working to determine whether the fire is connected to the homicide investigation.
—Erin Jones, CBS News, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for determine
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Daniella Segura California is weeks away from its June primary, in which voters will decide which gubernatorial candidates will face off in the November general election.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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This is the third time Weinstein has been tried for a charge of third-degree rape; Judge Curtis Farber gave prosecutors 30 days to decide whether he will be tried a fourth time.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2026
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Customers choose a few of the distillery’s popular bourbons, which are sold around the state now, as well as Massachusetts and Rhode Island.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Drivers can reduce their risk by comparing pumps for mismatched parts, using pumps near the store, and choosing tap-to-pay, mobile wallets, or credit cards instead of debit cards when possible.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Now, a new study suggests researchers may have found the first drug regimen capable of rapid and sustaining relief from suicidal thoughts across a broad group of patients.—
Ariana Eunjung Cha,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Minutes later, police also responded to the 3800 block of Salerno Street where, inside, officers found the two suspects dead.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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President Pablo Longoria, sporting director Mehdi Benatia and head coach Roberto De Zerbi were portrayed as working in lockstep, and De Zerbi’s first season at the helm had concluded with Marseille securing automatic Champions League qualification for only the third time since 2013.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The late-night host concluded his TV tenure in May 2015 after revealing his plans to retire the previous year.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Check the facts, ask one clarifying question, and let real information settle your nervous system.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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In a social media era rife with mouthwatering food content, kids will no longer settle for a drab school meal.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
14 May 2026
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Here are some ways to figure that out using examples from the classic fairy tale Cinderella.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The cities that figure this out will not just recover from the disruptions of the past five years.—
Chase Garbarino,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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Guests can take an organic garden tour to learn about the plants and produce grown here, including Vietnamese lemons, pandan, passion fruit, mangoes, papayas, bananas, and 10 types of chili peppers from Korea, Vietnam, and Cuba.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Conrad Weiser was a Pennsylvania German who had roamed the frontier for decades, learning the Indian languages and befriending Indian leaders, including some who encountered Washington in Ohio.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The flotilla boats were stopped around 90-100 miles from the Gaza coastline, according to the flotilla's website tracker.—
May 19,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Those unable to swim two lengths of the pool without stopping should have a parent remain close enough to reach them.—
Laura Berrios,
AJC.com,
19 May 2026
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