DECIDE (ON) Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

decide (on)

verb

Definition of decide (on)

as in to opt (for)

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Before selecting the least uncomfortable version, ask which limits are fixed and which details can change.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
Plus, people hosting small gatherings and those who don’t want to tackle a whole turkey can select smaller turkey breasts, or even fully prepared birds that just need to be warmed up.

— Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 6 Nov. 2026

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Hormones aren’t the only treatments Some patients choose not to take full-body hormonal medications or are advised by their doctors to avoid them because of their medical histories or conditions.

— Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
With so many electrolyte products out there, choosing the right one is a challenge in and of itself — and the answer really depends on your needs, Efird says.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 2 Nov. 2026

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