1
as in opinion
a position arrived at after consideration
after much deliberation, we made a decision about what to have on our pizza
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2
as in determination
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
acted with swift decision
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Recent Examples of decision
The Singapore dollar weakened slightly after the decision against the greenback, deprecating marginally to 1.3556, while the city-state’s Straits Times index climbed marginally.
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025
Fogelman’s firm decision to cap the series at three seasons means Brown will remain available if other intriguing projects come around, including a blockbuster franchise.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
Spoelstra said the decision to insert Larsson into the starting group was made in part to put defensive pressure on Lillard.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
After giving birth to her daughter, River, the new mom grappled with postpartum depression and doubts about her decision began to surface.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 24 Jan. 2025
Fogelman’s firm decision to cap the series at three seasons means Brown will remain available if other intriguing projects come around, including a blockbuster franchise.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
Spoelstra said the decision to insert Larsson into the starting group was made in part to put defensive pressure on Lillard.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
After giving birth to her daughter, River, the new mom grappled with postpartum depression and doubts about her decision began to surface.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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Only opinion that matters is your own and Jeff's 💯.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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These systems are considered substantial factors in making determinations that affect access to critical opportunities like employment, healthcare, or financial services.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The video, filmed in Nashville, Tennessee, reveals a heartwarming display of feline determination and charm.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Khan and Bibi were taken into custody by prison officials after the announcement of the verdict, according to officials.—
MUNIR AHMED THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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With the verdict in, lawyers were hearing testimony during the punitive damage phase of the trial about the overall financial health of CNN.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Studies have repeatedly found evidence that dairy may lower the risk of breast cancer but have reached differing conclusions about whether dairy promotes or staves off prostate cancer.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
18 Jan. 2025
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Given that on landing its rotors broke off, that's a pretty definitive conclusion.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
18 Jan. 2025
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Without treatment, most cases of diarrhea related to alcohol use resolve in one to three days.—
Jay N. Yepuri,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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While the recovery process hasn't been easy, Austin's resolve is as strong as ever.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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