as in opinions
a position arrived at after consideration
after much deliberation, we made a decision about what to have on our pizza
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Recent Examples of decisions
Meanwhile, tax framework complexity considers aspects of how the tax laws are being enforced, such as tax law enactment, tax guidance, tax payment and filing systems, tax audits, and how corporations can appeal tax decisions.
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Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
That is difficult for many people who make critical decisions for the people.
—Richard B. Williams, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
As part of the newsroom, all of Everett’s work and coverage decisions are overseen solely by Journal Sentinel editors.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
When inquiring about a networking organization, understanding the differences among the most prominent categories could further inform a business owner’s decisions.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
For now, the meeting seems to be on, and whatever happens there might end up affecting Prince Harry’s life in the US and his decisions going forward.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2025
This information helps policymakers, educators, and community leaders make informed decisions about educational interventions and resource allocation.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 19 Mar. 2025
In the Dolphins’ case, those player procurement decisions fall on the feet of general manager Chris Grier and (on the offensive side), Mike McDaniel.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 19 Mar. 2025
The firm offers full-service interior design for residential and commercial spaces and also tackles renovations and new construction, helping clients handle myriad decisions and serving as liaisons to architects, contractors, and builders.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
That is difficult for many people who make critical decisions for the people.
—Richard B. Williams, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
As part of the newsroom, all of Everett’s work and coverage decisions are overseen solely by Journal Sentinel editors.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
When inquiring about a networking organization, understanding the differences among the most prominent categories could further inform a business owner’s decisions.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
For now, the meeting seems to be on, and whatever happens there might end up affecting Prince Harry’s life in the US and his decisions going forward.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2025
This information helps policymakers, educators, and community leaders make informed decisions about educational interventions and resource allocation.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 19 Mar. 2025
In the Dolphins’ case, those player procurement decisions fall on the feet of general manager Chris Grier and (on the offensive side), Mike McDaniel.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 19 Mar. 2025
The firm offers full-service interior design for residential and commercial spaces and also tackles renovations and new construction, helping clients handle myriad decisions and serving as liaisons to architects, contractors, and builders.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decisions
Noun
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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,
9 Sep. 2025
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On Reddit, users shared mixed opinions about Bella's breed.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Despite the promise, researchers caution against early conclusions.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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Plus-size segment remains underserved by apparel market Mallorie Dunn, a professor of fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology and owner of SmartGlamour, a clothing line that offers the smallest and largest sizes, worries about the apparel retail market rushing to conclusions.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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In a statement to USA TODAY, one of Combs’ attorneys, Erica Wolff, said the jury’s not-guilty verdicts undermine the validity of the civil claims.—
Gina Barton,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
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Trials make disputes public, and jury trials allow citizens to debate the issues and return verdicts that reflect their community.—
Richard Lorren Jolly,
The Conversation,
5 Sep. 2025
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Attorneys for the government have said the secretary's clear and broad authority to make determinations related to the TPS program are not subject to judicial review.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Sep. 2025
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Others said Trump should be afforded a new trial due to errors in the trial judge's determinations.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Decisions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decisions. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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