determine
verb (used with object)
to conclude or ascertain, as after reasoning, observation, etc.
determining
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present participleof determine.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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By determining where particular amphibians were present or absent, researchers can reconstruct environmental changes at a more local scale.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 16, 2026
There are many factors that go into determining how much of an impact eliminating the tax cap would have on the program’s bottom line.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
“The Department of Justice follows the evidence when determining if crimes have been committed. We always evaluate any case based on the facts and the law,” a department spokeswoman said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
Coast Guard investigators are also determining whether the boat was illegally chartered.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
Strong character, high courage, hard work—it seemed that none of these were determining factors in the fates of Tex John’s children.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
