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The phrase "a deciding factor" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when discussing or analyzing a situation in which one particular factor influences the outcome or resolution of an issue. For example, "The student's GPA was a deciding factor in whether or not they were accepted into the university."
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Money is also a deciding factor.
Will this be a deciding factor in how you vote?
However, French media suggested this was not a deciding factor.
The party line proved to be a deciding factor.
They pointed to several lackluster handoffs as a deciding factor.
But President Bush's vigorous support of Mr. Chocola may have been a deciding factor.
Often it is this practical help that is a deciding factor in entrepreneurs going for funding.
Of course, the cost of space is also limiting, and a deciding factor as well.
In leaving the program, New York said the network's shrinking size was a deciding factor.
"I'm not saying race and gender should be a deciding factor," he said.
The relative health of each team may yet be a deciding factor.
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