as in factor
formal
a thing that controls or influences what happens
—often + of
Level of education is often a determinant of income.
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Recent Examples of determinant
The incident raises questions about a rise in teen homicides and the social determinants of health that impact youth violence.
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Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
According to Gallup, needs from the workplace are shifting, with work-life balance, compensation and remote flexibility becoming increasingly important determinants of what employees want from work.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
It is widely recognized as a leading social determinant of health.
—Nushrat Rahman, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
The potential for these laws to yield meaningful change will be shaped by their ability to address underlying social determinants and foster safer communities.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
According to Gallup, needs from the workplace are shifting, with work-life balance, compensation and remote flexibility becoming increasingly important determinants of what employees want from work.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
It is widely recognized as a leading social determinant of health.
—Nushrat Rahman, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
The potential for these laws to yield meaningful change will be shaped by their ability to address underlying social determinants and foster safer communities.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Determinant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/determinant. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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