Synonyms for Calculating

Definition of calculating

adjective
  1. used of persons; "the most calculating and selfish men in the community"

5 synonyms found

Writing tips for "calculating"

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"Calculating" in song lyrics

See how calculating is used in real songs:

  • "Concentrating, on computating, calculating"
    Analog Brothers — Double Back
  • "Happen is rappin the day of calculating"
    Eligh — Second Chances
  • "I'm very rational, plus stay calculating"
    MF Grimm

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