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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as in determination
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
acted with swift decision
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Recent Examples of decision
The first one addresses the special counsel’s prosecutorial decisions in the Jan. 6 case in Washington, D.C.
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Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Jan. 2025
The decision appeared to catch even prosecutors by surprise, though by the time Madigan faces cross-examination, they will undoubtedly be loaded for bear.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2025
The essential modern text is Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the 2010 Supreme Court decision that equates money with speech, resulting in an ever more corrupt system of campaign finance.
—David Remnick, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
Then on December 26, 2024, the full Fifth Circuit Court reversed the three-judge panel’s decision, making this new deadline nonenforceable for now.
—Rhett Buttle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Jan. 2025
The decision appeared to catch even prosecutors by surprise, though by the time Madigan faces cross-examination, they will undoubtedly be loaded for bear.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2025
The essential modern text is Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, the 2010 Supreme Court decision that equates money with speech, resulting in an ever more corrupt system of campaign finance.
—David Remnick, The New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2025
Then on December 26, 2024, the full Fifth Circuit Court reversed the three-judge panel’s decision, making this new deadline nonenforceable for now.
—Rhett Buttle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
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Targeting Capabilities The most important factor in identifying ad platforms for your business, in my opinion, is a deep analysis of the user base in terms of your ideal customer profile and quality targeting capabilities.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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In its detailed analysis of the topic, the board cited numerous past board rulings and Supreme Court decisions that say that employers have the right to express their opinions about unions and unionization, but not to compel employees to listen.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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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
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The judge also pushed back on Trump’s claim that the verdict should be set aside because the jury was tainted.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 3 Jan. 2025
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Their suggestions included postponing proceedings until after Trump's term in office, and even terminating the case and its proceedings with a note that the verdict had not been set aside.Graham Kates, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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An initial virtual interview with an assistant on a team that has a first-round bye — such as Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson — will have to take place this week before the conclusion of the wild-card round.Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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This is the conclusion of a new study, conducted at the University of Arizona, which has identified an entirely new kind of cosmic collision.Ian Randall, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Many see sanctuary cities as a human rights issue, but for conservatives the locations are often touted as . Democrats have been touting the strength of the unofficial sanctuary status, but Trump's resolve will likely provide a stress test in the coming four years.Dan Gooding, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
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Diana is more convincing in her resolve to not take part in a lust triangle with Danni and Chase.Emma Soren, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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