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to calculate
01
to find a number or amount using mathematics
Transitive: to calculate a number or amount
Example
She calculated the total cost of the groceries before going to the store.
The engineer calculated the dimensions of the bridge to ensure structural integrity.
02
to form an opinion by considering the information at hand
Transitive: to calculate that
Example
He calculated that it would be more cost-effective to rent rather than buy.
She calculated that they could afford the new house with their current budget.
03
to depend on or rely upon something or someone
Transitive: to calculate on a condition
Example
The success of the project will calculate on timely approval from the board.
She calculated heavily on her partner ’s support during the difficult period.
04
to predict or estimate the likely outcomes or effects of a situation or decision
Transitive: to calculate consequences of something
Example
The team calculated the long-term consequences of their decision to cut costs.
The lawyer calculated the potential legal consequences of signing the contract.
05
to plan or create something with a particular purpose or goal in mind
Ditransitive: to calculate sth to do sth
Example
The team calculated the product ’s features to appeal specifically to young professionals.
The architect calculated the building ’s layout to maximize natural light.
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