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
Two Fed governors opposed last week’s decision to hold interest rates steady, the first multiple dissent since 1993.
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Bill Dudley, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2025
The reality is, the decision was not made at the beginning of the season.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In a not unrelated casting decision, Sullivan welcomed another integrationist impulse.
—Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 15 Aug. 2025
The jury decision came as Musk is looking to unveil a driverless taxi service in a number of cities in the coming months, the AP noted, A trial robotaxi service began in Austin, Texas, in June.
—David Chiu, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Bill Dudley, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2025
The reality is, the decision was not made at the beginning of the season.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
In a not unrelated casting decision, Sullivan welcomed another integrationist impulse.
—Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 15 Aug. 2025
The jury decision came as Musk is looking to unveil a driverless taxi service in a number of cities in the coming months, the AP noted, A trial robotaxi service began in Austin, Texas, in June.
—David Chiu, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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Testers then tasted each of the sandwiches by themselves to form their opinion on the taste.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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In my opinion, there are seven managers in the sport better than Boone.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The goal for the studio is to offer storytelling that will highlight the determination, triumphs and heartbreaks of sports.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
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This 2009 legal determination is based on extensive scientific evidence that says heat-trapping emissions from activities like the burning of fossil fuels are driving climate change and posing a threat to human health and welfare.—
Carlos Martinez,
Scientific American,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Where is Richard Allen now? Following Allen's sentencing, his defense team planned to appeal the verdict, according to The New York Times.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Subramanian previously denied another of Combs' bail requests at a hearing hours after a 12-person jury delivered their verdict in the case.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Following the conclusion of its 2025 flagship festival in Montréal, Just For Laughs has announced the winners of its inaugural Shorts & Pilots Program, recognizing emerging comedic talent and original storytelling across short and pilot formats.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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Throughout the first season, their friendship mended and broke until the ultimate conclusion, in which one of Wednesday’s other, closest friends turned out to be the culprit.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Newcastle’s stance has hitherto been that the Sweden international is not for sale, but their resolve is being tested.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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In the meantime, the push back has only strengthened the film team’s resolve to get the film seen, with the producers opting for a direct-to-audience strategy.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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