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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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