1
as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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2
as in to want
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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3
as in to decide
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 choose
When choosing a supplement, look for products independently tested or certified by organizations such as NSF, U.S. Pharmacopeia, or ConsumerLab.com.
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Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
There’s no shortage of options to choose from, but here are the best to buy now.
—Brad Bourque, Wired News, 23 May 2025
There’s a mountain of deals to choose from at REI’s Memorial Day sale, but some discounts have piqued our interest more than others.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2025
Direct or indirect, these are tax dollars the government is choosing to forego.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 23 May 2025
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Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
There’s no shortage of options to choose from, but here are the best to buy now.
—Brad Bourque, Wired News, 23 May 2025
There’s a mountain of deals to choose from at REI’s Memorial Day sale, but some discounts have piqued our interest more than others.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2025
Direct or indirect, these are tax dollars the government is choosing to forego.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for choose
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May 25, 2025 Rave, who was selected by the Royals in the fifth round of the 2019 MLB Draft, also has showed off his defensive prowess in the past.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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Southern Miss for example had multiple Q4 losses but were still selected as a host seed over TCU.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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Typically, managers want players on the pitch — and players generally want to play.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Leslie Cooley Dismukes, the new leader of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, wants North Carolina to get closer to the Mandela Rules, named after the late South African president Nelson Mandela.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
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As mentioned above, there are myriad factors—international transportation bottlenecks, natural disasters and supplier insolvency, among others—that need to be considered simultaneously in real time to decide what’s best for the business.—
Sadagopan S,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Across the 1,000-kilometer (621-mile) frontline, according to analysts, the Ukrainian military has to decide which areas are under greatest threat, where to withdraw, how to redeploy – even as many brigades are seriously under-strength more than three years after the Russian invasion.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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The Bears lacked a veteran presence at quarterback last season during a crucial time when No. 1 draft pick Caleb Williams could’ve used an experienced teammate to lean on.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
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Speaking of the color-correcting actives, users can customize their tan to counteract skin concerns—just pick based on the bottle color.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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Filming wrapped in February, and a release date has yet to be announced. Transforming a wildly popular, hyperactive manga with more than 1,100 episodes into a live-action series is no easy feat, but Netflix's reimagining of One Piece pleased noobs and fans alike.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
30 May 2025
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Not for a grade, not for schoolwide recognition or honors, not for a potential scholarship, not to please a parent.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Ciara opted for utilitarian styling for her Black Women in Excellence Dinner on Sunday in London.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 June 2025
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Thicke, meanwhile, opted for a classic Saint Laurent tuxedo paired with refined Santoni shoes.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Still others prefer city breaks — or simply staying put.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Aspergillus flavus, a species that tends to prefer hotter, tropical climates, could increase its spread by 16% if humans continue burning large amounts of fossil fuels, the study found.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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Ahead of the special election for Newport-Mesa Unified School District trustee, the Orange County Register compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates who wish to represent the Area 5 seat.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
25 May 2025
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As for criticism, some customers noted that the cushions show dirt quickly due to their light color, while others wished for more thoughtful additions like cushion ties.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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“Choose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choose. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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