Hobson's choices

Definition of Hobson's choicesnext
plural of Hobson's choice

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Noun
  • This takes place on April 25, marking the day that Australian and New Zealand forces first went into action in the First World War, during the Gallipoli Campaign in Turkey.
    Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
  • Analysts attribute rising electric bills to a combination of forces.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • During the meeting Monday evening, two residents called for stronger oversight of the project, raising concerns about the city’s obligations, should the development stall.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
  • For instance, a user might encounter transaction limits, identity verification requirements, or reporting obligations, particularly for large amounts.
    Jason Phillips, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Kingsbury, the offensive coordinator, and Whitt, who had been in charge of the defense until being stripped of play-calling duties during the season, both arrived in Washington with Quinn before the 2024 season.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Inspire Investment Group president Brian Toerber, the hotel’s owner, has passed culinary duties on to Steven Waters, owner of downtown Denver cocktail bar Run for the Roses and also the hotel’s owner-operator.
    Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
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