as in choice
the act or process of selecting
the choosing of a new mayor is often left to a few voters, unfortunately
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as in preferring
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1
as in selecting
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 pleasing
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in deciding
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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Recent Examples of choosing
Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
The role of Goodell, or a designee of his choosing, serving as the arbitrator has become the central controversy in the case.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 May 2026
As the winner, Adebayo will receive a $100,000 donation from the NBA for a non-profit organization of his choosing.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Secondly, select an attorney of your own choosing who works for you.
—Patricia Fersch, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
That's elite golf content in the attire of her choosing.
—Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Now, viewers for dramas, comedies and reality shows are harder to come by, because people now have the leeway to watch their favorites at any moment of their own choosing.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 15 May 2026
Those allow golfers to get custom text or email alerts for times and courses of their choosing, a key pain point from their playing days.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
To this point, distributors have largely kept their vertical video powder dry, with key choosing to strike deals with players in the space.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The lack of clarity makes choosing a company potentially confusing for patients, and the medical profession is partly to blame, said Jamy Ard, an obesity doctor and researcher at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
—Maia Rosenfeld, NBC news, 29 May 2026
The chances of 3-star Mississippi tackle DJ Dotson choosing UGA are higher than most think.
—Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
While redistricting is an important constitutional process, repeatedly redrawing maps in the middle of a decade risks making voters feel like politicians are choosing their voters instead of the other way around.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Nearly half of global travelers are scaling back their travel plans, with many choosing domestic trips instead, according to Allianz Partners' Global Travel Confidence Index.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 29 May 2026
The shift is choosing to listen rather than tuning them out.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
The dead, especially the students and journalists, are accused of choosing their fate.
—Patrick Peralta, The Conversation, 28 May 2026
If the claims that AI is replacing human computer scientists are true, choosing such a major would seem quite foolhardy.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Noun
The ceremony, officiant, dinner, production on the beach or a resort location of their choosing, flowers, cake, champagne, and photography were all included for less than what economy flights themselves might cost (just $3,500 to start).
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
The role of Goodell, or a designee of his choosing, serving as the arbitrator has become the central controversy in the case.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 May 2026
As the winner, Adebayo will receive a $100,000 donation from the NBA for a non-profit organization of his choosing.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Secondly, select an attorney of your own choosing who works for you.
—Patricia Fersch, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
That's elite golf content in the attire of her choosing.
—Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Now, viewers for dramas, comedies and reality shows are harder to come by, because people now have the leeway to watch their favorites at any moment of their own choosing.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 15 May 2026
Those allow golfers to get custom text or email alerts for times and courses of their choosing, a key pain point from their playing days.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
To this point, distributors have largely kept their vertical video powder dry, with key choosing to strike deals with players in the space.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Verb
When the fabric is right, your comfort is sure to follow — but choosing pieces that are also work-appropriate is trickier.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The lack of clarity makes choosing a company potentially confusing for patients, and the medical profession is partly to blame, said Jamy Ard, an obesity doctor and researcher at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
—Maia Rosenfeld, NBC news, 29 May 2026
The chances of 3-star Mississippi tackle DJ Dotson choosing UGA are higher than most think.
—Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
While redistricting is an important constitutional process, repeatedly redrawing maps in the middle of a decade risks making voters feel like politicians are choosing their voters instead of the other way around.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Nearly half of global travelers are scaling back their travel plans, with many choosing domestic trips instead, according to Allianz Partners' Global Travel Confidence Index.
—Monica Pitrelli, CNBC, 29 May 2026
The shift is choosing to listen rather than tuning them out.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
The dead, especially the students and journalists, are accused of choosing their fate.
—Patrick Peralta, The Conversation, 28 May 2026
If the claims that AI is replacing human computer scientists are true, choosing such a major would seem quite foolhardy.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for choosing
Noun
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Premier Sea View rooms, complete with balconies, are the prime choices.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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But after losing two games to Saint Mary’s, as regional hosts for a second consecutive year, UCLA has no choice but to go back to the drawing board in preparation for 2027.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Look for resistant varieties when selecting tomato plants for the garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Their tendency for selecting innovative fabrics and producing low quantities meant most consumers were priced out of wearing their designs—a mindset that Herrebrugh and Botter said was born from their formal training and has evolved with more experience.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Also new at this Cote is a luxe japchae, whose ingredients are wheeled in on a beautiful cart bearing little bowls—noodles, vegetables julienned to pleasing uniformity, and a frankly enormous portion of sweet Alaskan-king-crab meat.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
24 May 2026
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Make a batch or two of these crowd-pleasing drink recipes along with these party-perfect appetizers, which will carry you from Memorial Day to Labor Day.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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Now, after Oklahoma came back from a six-run deficit, the specter of 20 years with no super regionals will loom them for the deciding game on Monday afternoon.—
Michael Cunningham,
AJC.com,
1 June 2026
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So, many homeowners are deciding to stay put and renovate.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Drop-off boxes are available to voters 29 days before election day.—
Jasmine Mendez
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Tensions escalated when Tigray held regional elections in defiance of thata federal delay, leading to a political standoff that erupted into a civil war in November 2020.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
Verb
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The parliamentary election will decide the next government, with the winning party picking the prime minister.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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There is not one set rule on picking a captain, especially for a World Cup.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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The past few seasons have all been about Amanda wanting to open up and find her own voice, but here her voice is once again getting lost in the roar of someone else.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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Throughout the season, Idalski talked a lot about wanting Vancouver to be difficult to play against with a strong on-ice identity, much like his college team.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Verb
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However, Hargitay taught an advanced lesson by opting for a trickier pair of ankle jeans.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
30 May 2026
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Instead, many were opting to take a helicopter straight from base camp to the amenities of the Nepali capital Kathmandu.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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“Choosing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choosing. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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