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as in selects
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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as in wants
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in decides
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
chose to write on a controversial topic for the local newspaper
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Recent Examples of chooses
This week, Joan chooses her final four — and sends one favorite home early.
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Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
While Tomlin chooses to be coy about the decision, here are two reasons why a quarterback change from Fields to Wilson presents boom-or-bust potential for the Steelers’ offense this season.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
That being said, the same concerns exist as does when an opponent chooses a human surrogate without the consent of the absent candidate.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Earlier in the episode, Stabler chooses to check in on Benson, whose throat is cut by Gitano, rather than saving a boy Gitano kidnaps and eventually kills.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2024
That’s why Jessica Parker, luxury travel advisor and founder of Trip Whisperer, chooses to leave her buds at home, opting instead for these wireless earbuds when heading somewhere.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2024
Channel 4 News's international editor chooses her favourite books of poetry.
—The Week Uk, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In terms of income, their situations might well be comparable, even despite Kline’s new blue-chip clout, but there are reasons Kline chooses his job over working for Amazon.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 11 Oct. 2024
In turn, the third parties a consumer chooses to share their data with must provide transparent information to consumers about how their data is being used, consistent with the product or service requested, along with other obligations.
—Jess Turner, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
While Tomlin chooses to be coy about the decision, here are two reasons why a quarterback change from Fields to Wilson presents boom-or-bust potential for the Steelers’ offense this season.
—Kambui Bomani, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
That being said, the same concerns exist as does when an opponent chooses a human surrogate without the consent of the absent candidate.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Earlier in the episode, Stabler chooses to check in on Benson, whose throat is cut by Gitano, rather than saving a boy Gitano kidnaps and eventually kills.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2024
That’s why Jessica Parker, luxury travel advisor and founder of Trip Whisperer, chooses to leave her buds at home, opting instead for these wireless earbuds when heading somewhere.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2024
Channel 4 News's international editor chooses her favourite books of poetry.
—The Week Uk, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In terms of income, their situations might well be comparable, even despite Kline’s new blue-chip clout, but there are reasons Kline chooses his job over working for Amazon.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 11 Oct. 2024
In turn, the third parties a consumer chooses to share their data with must provide transparent information to consumers about how their data is being used, consistent with the product or service requested, along with other obligations.
—Jess Turner, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chooses
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Of course, like any great horror protagonist, James decides to leap head first into the mystery despite common-sense reservations.George Yang, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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Fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants continues inside southern Lebanon as Israel decides how to retaliate against Hezbollah ally Iran for its missile attack on Tuesday.George Petras, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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If Tehran opts not to retaliate, though, Iran will look weak and appear to be retreating from Israel.Dan De Luce, NBC News, 30 Sep. 2024
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This would be the most likely outcome if Congress opts to suspend the federal gas tax.Erich Muehlegger, The Conversation, 23 June 2022
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For someone who prefers listening to music, podcasts, and audiobooks without headphones, this JBL Bluetooth speaker has powerful, deep bass, a grip handle for easy portability, 24 hours of playtime, and a waterproof design.Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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Whether an attendee prefers the sounds of the underground or music that is more approachable for those new to dance music, there are soundscapes for all.Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The League’s Committee of Theatre Owners determines the specific plans for the light dimming tributes.Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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The Academy’s Writers Branch committee determines which films qualify for each category, independent of WGA rulings.Clayton Davis, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Chooses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chooses. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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