determines (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnz/
Definition
Causes something to occur in a particular way; is the cause of.
Examples
The outcome of the election will determine the country's future policies.
Her bravery determined the success of the mission.
How to Use determines
- determine that (collocation)
- To establish or decide that a particular situation or fact is true. — "The report determined that the company had violated environmental regulations."
- determine the cause of (collocation)
- To find out the reason why something happened. — "The investigation aimed to determine the cause of the accident."
- determine the outcome of (collocation)
- To find out the result of an event or situation. — "It is too early to determine the outcome of the negotiations."
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