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as in selected
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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as in wanted
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in decided
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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But Charania reported that the Celtics kept seeing what was out there for Brown, whom Boston selected with the third overall choice in the 2016 draft.
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In the fourth round of the NFL Draft, the Chiefs selected Oregon cornerback Jadon Canady.
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Farshidfard, a Long Beach State alum, says he's wanted to give back to the community that gave him so much since moving to the area.
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Jones’ mother wanted to know what happened to her only child, Fair said.
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With his children now grown, Love and his wife decided to sell the home, according to the real estate agency.
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The middle school team was seeking a coach, and Cassie decided to ask their mom to fill the role.
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Johnson was the first player picked by new Mavericks team president Masai Ujiri.
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In Wheeler’s recent story paneling a dozen scouts anonymously on draft prospects, not one picked Verhoeff as the best in the defense class.
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Netflix has a new #1 movie in its top 10 list, a romantic comedy that seems to have pleased both critics and audiences alike, far from a sure thing in that genre.
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Success was whatever pleased him that afternoon.
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But like others interviewed by the AJC, this trainee opted not to report his allegations because of his precarious employment status.
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While analysts had expected the exercise to have little immediate impact, in a sign of confidence, banks opted to proceed with payout increases, despite the regulatory limbo.
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The Phillies don’t need a bullpen full of lefties, but have preferred to carry a few this season.
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Bichette has generally preferred to let his play do the talking throughout his career, making Schneider's prediction fitting.
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In a February statement, UC Davis said that equestrian athletes who wished to continue competing at the varsity level at another institution would be supported in exploring transfer opportunities.
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Customers wished all the best for Smith, a dedicated father and chef.
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“Chose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chose. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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