opted; opting; opts
: to make a choice
especially
: to decide in favor of something
opted for a tax increase —
Tom Wicker
Tom Wicker After perusing the menu he opted for the prime rib.
1
optical; optician; optics
2
option; optional
Synonyms
Examples of opt in a Sentence
Verb
after that near catastrophe, they opted to reinstate the telephone service
Recent Examples on the WebAriane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 6 June 2024
There's also a limited number of vacation rentals available on sites like Airbnb, but travelers can also opt to simply head back on the bus or train to Valencia, which is home to many more accommodation options.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2024
Speaking to the Telegraph, the boss of Estrella, which is owned by Spanish group S.A. Damm, didn’t mince his words after watching consumers opt for its new rival.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune Europe, 5 June 2024
Copy the actress’ look by pairing it with matching heels for a monochromatic look, or opt for vibrant strappy sandals or sneakers for a pop of color.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
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Verb
Although the budget is larger than the one recommended for the 2023-24 fiscal year, the county — which provides services to all residents — opted not to fill dozens of vacant positions.
—Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 6 June 2024
There's also a limited number of vacation rentals available on sites like Airbnb, but travelers can also opt to simply head back on the bus or train to Valencia, which is home to many more accommodation options.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2024
Speaking to the Telegraph, the boss of Estrella, which is owned by Spanish group S.A. Damm, didn’t mince his words after watching consumers opt for its new rival.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune Europe, 5 June 2024
Copy the actress’ look by pairing it with matching heels for a monochromatic look, or opt for vibrant strappy sandals or sneakers for a pop of color.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
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“Opt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opt. Accessed 9 Jun. 2024.
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