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
Both Delta and Aeromexico said in separate statements that the carriers were disappointed by the department's decision and were reviewing the order before considering next steps.
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Assistants to the showrunner, director and executive producers also voted in the election, but their ballots were challenged by employers and no decision has yet been made on their eligibility.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
Think of the promises of sharper decisions, accelerated execution, and products that are evolving faster than ever.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
This map is the first to provide a complete picture of what happens across the brain as a decision is made.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
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Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Assistants to the showrunner, director and executive producers also voted in the election, but their ballots were challenged by employers and no decision has yet been made on their eligibility.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
Think of the promises of sharper decisions, accelerated execution, and products that are evolving faster than ever.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
This map is the first to provide a complete picture of what happens across the brain as a decision is made.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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The opinions expressed in this story are theirs and not those of ABC News.—
Richard Frankel,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Some throw pillow shapes—namely ones that can do double duty as floor cushions when the occasion rises—are just superior, in our opinion.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Wolf’s new deal is a testament to his determination.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Her strength of character, artistic vision, and fierce determination remain profoundly inspiring today.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The judge found that nine of the jurors either never knew about the text message at all or only learned about it after reaching their verdict.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Alam’s family and supporters in the courtroom let out an initial gasp at relief when the jury returned a verdict without immediate jail time.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Letting go of the urge to justify decisions frees up time, sharpens focus and models decisiveness.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The decisiveness of Canberra’s actions is a measure of the extremity of Iran’s behavior.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The show's return comes after fans were demanding new episodes following the conclusion of Season 1.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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The press, however—fearing backlash to its positive depiction of interracial romance—rewrote the conclusion without Grey’s knowledge or consent, killing off Nophaie and the offending prospect of miscegenation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Most cases of ear pressure resolve on their own, but there are times when medical attention is necessary.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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But the alternative would entail that each accuser has to separately litigate their claim of abuse in the Alameda County Superior Court, a lengthy process that attorneys said could wear out their clients’ resolve.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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