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• present participle of decide.

deciding

American  

[dih-sahy-ding] / dɪˈsaɪ dɪŋ /

adjective

1. that settles a question or dispute or leads to a final decision; determining; decisive.

   the deciding vote; The weather will be the deciding factor as to whether we have the picnic or not.

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• decidingly
  adverb

Etymology

Origin of deciding

First recorded in 1650–60; decide + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Deciding to rent first allows you to settle in slowly, let the early enthusiasm pass and put yourself in a position to make clearheaded decisions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Deciding to be the cool girl, I slid into the not-quite-clean seat and took a deep breath.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Deciding whether reclaiming some online privacy is important, frivolous or futile is up to you.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025

Deciding he could learn more on a set than in a classroom, Ellison dropped out and began acting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 25, 2025

Deciding it best to let the matter go no further, I continued on my way.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro

Related Words

• conclusive
• decisive