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February 17, 2026

determined

/dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/adjective

Having made a firm decision to do something and not letting anything stop you.

Example sentences

  • “She was determined to finish the marathon despite her sore knee.”
  • “A determined student can learn a lot in one summer.”
  • “The team made a determined effort to win back the fans.”

Often followed by 'to' plus a verb: 'determined to win'. Don't confuse it with the verb 'determine', which means to find out or decide something.

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