* Adjective: This is the most common usage. It describes a noun, indicating a strong resolve or commitment.
* Example: "She was a determined athlete, training hard every day."
* Verb (past participle): This is less common, but still possible. It describes something that has been decided or resolved.
* Example: "They were determined to finish the project by the deadline."
* Past Tense Verb: In this case, it describes the act of deciding or resolving something.
* Example: "She determined to climb Mount Everest."
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