deduce

 Deduce means to reach a conclusion about something based on the information or evidence that is available.

Here's how you can use it:

• "Deduce" + noun:

  • "She deduced the answer from the clues."
  • "The detective deduced the killer's identity from the fingerprints."

• "Deduce" + that clause:

  • "From the footprints in the snow, I deduced that he had been walking alone."
  • "The doctor deduced that the patient had a broken leg."

• "Deduce" + noun + "from" + noun:

  • "We can deduce his age from his appearance."
  • "The police deduced the motive for the crime from the victim's diary."

Key Points:

• Deduction involves using logic and reasoning to arrive at a conclusion.
• It often implies a process of careful thinking and analysis.
• Synonyms: infer, conclude, reason, work out, gather

Example:

"The detective carefully examined the crime scene. From the position of the victim's body and the shattered glass, she deduced that a struggle had taken place."

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.