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
The next governor is going to have to make some tough decisions, especially around spending priorities and/or cuts to the state budget.
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Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Among the items on the Heat’s long offseason to-do list is to make decisions on a few extension-eligible players.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Thomas Wenski, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Miami, asked for the decision to be reviewed in an April 16 opinion piece published to the organization’s website.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
In short, sourcing decisions and their labor impacts must be monitored as a unit, not managed in isolation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Among the items on the Heat’s long offseason to-do list is to make decisions on a few extension-eligible players.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Thomas Wenski, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Miami, asked for the decision to be reviewed in an April 16 opinion piece published to the organization’s website.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
In short, sourcing decisions and their labor impacts must be monitored as a unit, not managed in isolation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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Keep it practical instead of idealistic or overly influenced by outside opinions.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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Arellano was recognized for opinion writing for his columns illuminating the fear and devastation of local immigrants during last summer’s ICE raids.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
Noun
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And many of the court’s six conservative justices seemed sympathetic to the Justice Department’s argument that the law bars courts from reviewing those determinations.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The determination means Lane will be the show’s only potential leading performer in this year’s Tony race.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Edwin Franqui was convicted of murder, conspiracy to commit murder, assault in the first degree with a firearm, and criminal possession of a firearm in connection with the fatal 2020 drive-by shooting, and then appealed that verdict to state Supreme Court.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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The verdict As if its beautiful beaches and stunning lagoon aren’t enough to lull you into a sense of deep relaxation, Joali Being will stop at nothing to enhance your sense of wellbeing.—
Ann Lee,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
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Adam Wharton, 22, is liked by people at United for his progressive passing and decisiveness on the ball.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Apple gets a new CEO who is expected to bring back Jobs-era decisiveness.—
Menaka Doshi,
Bloomberg,
21 Apr. 2026
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Friday night was supposed to be the conclusion.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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In response, members of the prosecution team attempted to provide more context in public interviews, explaining the ATF's conclusions while noting the defendant was innocent until proven guilty, Ballard wrote.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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Concerns over hyperscalers massive AI spending plans announced at the start of 2026 saw a $1 trillion selloff in February, but investors have steadied their resolve in recent weeks.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Today, Mr Speaker, that same, unyielding resolve is needed for the defence of Ukraine and her most courageous people – it is needed in order to secure a truly just and lasting peace.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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