calculating
Pronunciation: [ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪŋ]
Word
Context: “math”
(verb) to find a number or answer by using math. When you add, subtract, multiply, or divide, you are calculating.
Example
I am calculating how much money I need for my new bike.
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She isn't calculating the correct answer because she made a mistake.
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Are you calculating how long it will take to get there?
Context: “personality”
(adjective) describing someone who plans things carefully, often thinking about the best way to get what they want. A calculating person thinks ahead to make smart choices.
Example
He is a calculating person who always thinks about the future before making decisions.
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She is not calculating; she often acts without thinking about the consequences.
Example
Do you think being calculating is a good quality in a leader?
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