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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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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Scroll to choose from seven different K-Beauty sunscreen favorites, with more picks to come.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Owners of heavy trucks can choose to only display their front license plate.
—Eleanor Nash
july 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
Barring an outright ban, which looks unlikely at this juncture, any legal action against X would take months, possibly years, to work its way through the European courts, especially if Musk chooses not to cooperate.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
There weary shoppers or passersby can choose from more than 200 types of 100 percent Arabica specialty coffees from 35 countries.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Owners of heavy trucks can choose to only display their front license plate.
—Eleanor Nash
july 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
Barring an outright ban, which looks unlikely at this juncture, any legal action against X would take months, possibly years, to work its way through the European courts, especially if Musk chooses not to cooperate.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
There weary shoppers or passersby can choose from more than 200 types of 100 percent Arabica specialty coffees from 35 countries.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for choose
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Judkins was selected in the second round with the 36th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns after having played for the Ohio State Buckeyes.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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The Pirates selected another pitcher to join Hernandez on the path to the big leagues.—
Devon Henderson,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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Many sleep experts like brain scientist, Jill Bolte Taylor, recommend sleeping until your brain wants to get up.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The Tarte Brows for Days Framing Gel was made for anyone who wants definition, fuller-looking brows, and serious hold (without stickiness) in a single swipe.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
5 July 2025
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After a marathon session, the Senate narrowly passed their version of the legislation with Vice President Vance having to cast the deciding vote.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Jo’s novel is about a woman who decides to kill herself by preparing and eating a deadly blowfish.—
Literary Hub
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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Readers clearly have no problem picking favorites, with the top properties located mostly in major travel destinations like Mumbai, New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Agra.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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This year, the program is running twice as long and with four times the number of attractions to pick from.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
8 July 2025
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Then the governor, seemingly trying to please the president, vetoed laws that assist Floridians in survival mode.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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Two tiebreaking runs scored, a fact that pleased Altuve far more than another milestone in a career full of them.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
4 July 2025
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The wife of King Charles III opted for taupe suede and leather toe cap pumps by Eliot Zed.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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The team ditched their helmets and pads, opting for boots and gloves.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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Ultimately, the Phillies would prefer none of their pitchers throw in the All-Star Game.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Those with dry skin might prefer this glowy formula, as it's spiked with moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter and porcelain flower.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
12 July 2025
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If either of Burnett’s sons wishes to serve, they should absolutely be encouraged to run.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Two people said those affected do not wish to be named in the final report.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
12 July 2025
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