1
as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you have no choice: you have to go to the conference
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2
as in bets
a person or thing that is chosen
my choice for best song of all time
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as in best
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
that school accepts only the choice of the city's crop of high school students
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as in wills
the act or power of making one's own choices or decisions
the prisoner had no choice but to do what he was told
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Recent Examples of choices
The Federal Trade Commission, which brought the federal case, argued that Kroger's purchase of Albertsons would lead to fewer choices and higher prices for shoppers.
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Alina Selyukh, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
However, economic factors such as inflation and the rising cost of living are impacting Gen Z’s holiday spending, with many seeking deals and exclusive discounts while still prioritizing ethical choices.
—Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These choices are testament to Osei’s uncanny knack for spotting new rising stars— Jellyfish and Lobster is now in consideration for an Oscar and the film is available to view in the Academy screening room.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The best choices for you and the planet Another important omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is found in nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds — with ground flaxseeds and flaxseed oil providing the highest amounts, according to Harvard Medical School’s website.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
The plethora of films and documentaries across numerous categories offer a seemingly limitless array of entertainment choices available to stream any time and any place.
—Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These light, crisp wines provide a refreshing alternative to heavier selections, and their natural production processes resonate with guests seeking more sustainable choices with flavors often with more minerality and earthiness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
When care is consolidated into hospital systems, patients often face longer wait times, limited access to care and fewer choices.
—Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
Consider the member service representative answering questions about benefits, the nurse making care decisions, or the sales professional helping seniors navigate Medicare Advantage choices.
—Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Alina Selyukh, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
However, economic factors such as inflation and the rising cost of living are impacting Gen Z’s holiday spending, with many seeking deals and exclusive discounts while still prioritizing ethical choices.
—Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These choices are testament to Osei’s uncanny knack for spotting new rising stars— Jellyfish and Lobster is now in consideration for an Oscar and the film is available to view in the Academy screening room.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The best choices for you and the planet Another important omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is found in nuts and seeds such as walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds — with ground flaxseeds and flaxseed oil providing the highest amounts, according to Harvard Medical School’s website.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
The plethora of films and documentaries across numerous categories offer a seemingly limitless array of entertainment choices available to stream any time and any place.
—Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These light, crisp wines provide a refreshing alternative to heavier selections, and their natural production processes resonate with guests seeking more sustainable choices with flavors often with more minerality and earthiness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
When care is consolidated into hospital systems, patients often face longer wait times, limited access to care and fewer choices.
—Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
Consider the member service representative answering questions about benefits, the nurse making care decisions, or the sales professional helping seniors navigate Medicare Advantage choices.
—Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for choices
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Gift options include a roaster’s choice monthly subscription of single origin beans ($25), sourced from small farms, a Black Mirror scale ($59) or an AeroPress ($45).Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Discover Madewell’s striped and Uniqlo’s pale blue 100% cotton options, Zara’s chocolate brown shirt with a rounded hem, and Everlane’s oversized black iteration, crafted from Tencel.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Could that kind of discovery make septuagenarian runners reach personal bests?Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
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Be an observable champion of associates' demonstrations of their personal bests.Chip Bell, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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This year was the 10th edition, a triumphant moment for an event that began with seven acts and now feels like a smaller, more walkable Coachella for locals — complete with music and food and rides and merch and fashionable selections from Tyler’s line GOLF — in the Dodger Stadium parking lot.Rembert Browne, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
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These light, crisp wines provide a refreshing alternative to heavier selections, and their natural production processes resonate with guests seeking more sustainable choices with flavors often with more minerality and earthiness.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some have pegged the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres as favorites for Sasaki, but his agent, Joel Wolfe, said the right-hander hasn’t mentioned a preference for the West Coast.Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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In addition to the stellar new properties, many traditional favorites have gotten major updates.Beth Landman, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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But even states that elect coroners have some oversight.Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 11 Nov. 2024
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Governor Mike Kehoe became the governor elect on Tuesday with a decisive victory over Democratic nominee Crystal Quade.Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Choices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choices. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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