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
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The current campaign against Iran began on a schedule of America’s choosing.
—Phillips Payson O’Brien, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
Outside of early childhood education initiatives through the public schools, there are 16,500 families currently waiting for child care subsidies that can be used at programs of their choosing, according to the Administration for Children’s Services, which administers the vouchers.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2026
Realtor Mike Feldman, who is representing the sellers, said the house is move-in ready but could also be right for someone who wants to take on projects of their choosing.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 26 Feb. 2026
Carr estimates that Sumo and Cubs 1 and 2 will be released in the spring, at a time and place of Game and Fish’s choosing.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Caproni’s order repeatedly emphasized that arbitration must allow its participants to vindicate their rights, and that Goodell or a designee of his choosing serving as the arbitrator is inconsistent with that requirement.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
An agent is a financial institution of Treasury’s choosing.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
In response, Moore invited the president to Baltimore for a public safety walk on a day and time of his choosing.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
At the end of Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence, an aging Newland Archer, who as a young man broke his own heart by choosing propriety over love, tells himself that the mark of the modern era is that everyone is too busy to care about their neighbors’ standing.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Some retirees are choosing to chase island life and beachfront sunsets, trading in their old routines for something that feels like a permanent vacation.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
For many parents, traveling with young children brings challenges that go beyond booking flights and choosing a destination.
—Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
When choosing a supplier, Violette recommends considering their years in business and customer reviews.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
The American Heart Association recommends choosing foods with 140 milligrams or less of sodium per serving.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Where being human is choosing to learn and love, knowing there is an end date.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Kiwis moving abroad is not uncommon, and more Kiwis generally are choosing to leave than before; in the year ending November 2025, almost 122,000 people emigrated, a 4% jump from the previous year and higher than a previous spike in 2012.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
This small acrylic container is a great way to draw the eyes of your guests to a small knickknack of your choosing.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The current campaign against Iran began on a schedule of America’s choosing.
—Phillips Payson O’Brien, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
Outside of early childhood education initiatives through the public schools, there are 16,500 families currently waiting for child care subsidies that can be used at programs of their choosing, according to the Administration for Children’s Services, which administers the vouchers.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2026
Realtor Mike Feldman, who is representing the sellers, said the house is move-in ready but could also be right for someone who wants to take on projects of their choosing.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 26 Feb. 2026
Carr estimates that Sumo and Cubs 1 and 2 will be released in the spring, at a time and place of Game and Fish’s choosing.
—Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Caproni’s order repeatedly emphasized that arbitration must allow its participants to vindicate their rights, and that Goodell or a designee of his choosing serving as the arbitrator is inconsistent with that requirement.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
An agent is a financial institution of Treasury’s choosing.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
In response, Moore invited the president to Baltimore for a public safety walk on a day and time of his choosing.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
Follow your interest, then translate insight into action by choosing a useful resource and mapping clear steps with someone who’s already traveled this path.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
At the end of Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence, an aging Newland Archer, who as a young man broke his own heart by choosing propriety over love, tells himself that the mark of the modern era is that everyone is too busy to care about their neighbors’ standing.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Some retirees are choosing to chase island life and beachfront sunsets, trading in their old routines for something that feels like a permanent vacation.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
For many parents, traveling with young children brings challenges that go beyond booking flights and choosing a destination.
—Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
When choosing a supplier, Violette recommends considering their years in business and customer reviews.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
The American Heart Association recommends choosing foods with 140 milligrams or less of sodium per serving.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
Where being human is choosing to learn and love, knowing there is an end date.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Kiwis moving abroad is not uncommon, and more Kiwis generally are choosing to leave than before; in the year ending November 2025, almost 122,000 people emigrated, a 4% jump from the previous year and higher than a previous spike in 2012.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for choosing
Noun
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After that, the remainder of your estate might be left to a cause or charity of your choice.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Your natural initiative helps groups move again, while a brief pause keeps choices thoughtful instead of reactive.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Watson said the city does not play a role in selecting festival speakers but will continue protecting people’s right to protest.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Shortly afterward, however, Iran’s Assembly of Experts — the constitutional body responsible for selecting the supreme leader — announced that Mojtaba Khamenei would assume leadership of the Islamic Republic.—
Pegah Banihashemi,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Early reviews suggest a crowd-pleasing spectacle and likely box-office juggernaut.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
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After church service is done and all the Easter eggs have been found, gather the family for a crowd-pleasing meal that's already ready to serve.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Laporta responded to the crisis by deciding Barcelona could no longer afford Messi, who left for Paris Saint-Germain, and selling off some club assets, including 25% of its Spanish league TV rights for the next 25 years.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Mar. 2026
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For instance, deciding when to apply for renewal is a challenge.—
Gregory Royal Pratt,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In power since 2010 and looking for his fifth consecutive election victory, Orbán, 62, faces a more competitive race than at any time in the past two decades as Magyar has shot to prominence and challenged what once seemed an unshakable grip on power by the pro-Russian populist.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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But Trump’s allies are making the case that Republicans need a reason to turn out, and that election reform is what will animate the base.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Winds will lull overnight, Sunday into Monday, before picking back up again on Monday morning.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 Mar. 2026
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But like Cornbread, his father hails from Mississippi and grew up picking cotton.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Obviously there are risks with all kinds of energy imports, and some European leaders have been vocal about not wanting to replace reliance on Russian or even US fossil fuels with dependence on Chinese clean tech.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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But, pulling from his own experience growing up at a well-to-do London school, Froushan tapped into that same sense of wanting to be like everyone else.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In order to be more friendly to the environment and cut back on costs, Webber recommends opting for microfiber cloths instead.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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After taking into consideration attrition and employees opting for the retirement incentive, the number of people to be reduced is 38.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Choosing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choosing. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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