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as in chooses
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they decided to go out for pizza after the movie was over
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2
as in determines
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
the judge decided that the defendant was not liable for damages
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3
as in arranges
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of
we waited for our captors to decide our fate
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4
as in settles
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
the huge sum that they were offering decided the matter: we would sell the house
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5
as in derives
to form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information
the commanding officer decided that the soldier was indeed telling the truth
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Recent Examples of decides
Major carriers are required to automatically rebook passengers whose flights are canceled at no charge — or refund the airfare if the passenger decides not to accept the new flight.
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Rob Wile, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2025
The story follows the complications that arise in female friendships when one of the characters decides to pose for a high school photography project.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Jealous and plagued by his own personal issues, Victor decides to rid himself of his masterwork, a choice that takes its toll on both Victor and the Creature and leads to an epic chase that leaves tragedy and death in its wake.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The Horned Frogs are the healthier team, which often decides games this late into the season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Nov. 2025
Who decides which flights to cancel?
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
But if a county prosecutor or grand jury decides not to charge the shooter, the victim's family could file a civil lawsuit against the shooter.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Who knows, maybe the whole electric car thing doesn’t work out, and Tesla decides to get into the internal combustion business.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Newly emboldened, Allura decides to forge Chase’s signature on the documents and have two of their embryos implanted without his consent.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Rob Wile, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2025
The story follows the complications that arise in female friendships when one of the characters decides to pose for a high school photography project.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Jealous and plagued by his own personal issues, Victor decides to rid himself of his masterwork, a choice that takes its toll on both Victor and the Creature and leads to an epic chase that leaves tragedy and death in its wake.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The Horned Frogs are the healthier team, which often decides games this late into the season.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Nov. 2025
Who decides which flights to cancel?
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
But if a county prosecutor or grand jury decides not to charge the shooter, the victim's family could file a civil lawsuit against the shooter.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Who knows, maybe the whole electric car thing doesn’t work out, and Tesla decides to get into the internal combustion business.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
Newly emboldened, Allura decides to forge Chase’s signature on the documents and have two of their embryos implanted without his consent.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decides
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Jens generally chooses his words carefully, and is, what’s more, particularly reticent just after finishing a long and difficult winter delivery trip; what’s a person supposed to do with words in a blizzard anyway, up on a stormy heath and all directions lost?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Instead of letting that hold her back, Valancy chooses to be open about her feelings instead.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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The most important factor that determines whether a residential building will be built is the ability to access capital.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
5 Nov. 2025
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The student is an English language learner who has received services for less than two years, and a group of the student’s school educators determines that promotion is appropriate.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Financial compatibility is a necessity, but a partner who arranges things and therefore shows effort is vital.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 Oct. 2025
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An employee arranges a salad dressing display at an Amazon Fresh grocery store on December 12, 2024 in Federal Way, Washington.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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Users who prefer the safety net offer can bet up to $1,000 on any market and bet a bonus refund if their bet settles as a loss.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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Wilmington, North Carolina During the fall months, Wilmington settles into its natural coastal rhythm.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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But the team still derives its identity from the head coach.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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The four-part limited series derives its name from a famous quote by Garfield, per Netflix's Tudum.—
Francesca Gariano,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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One character opts to stay behind as her family logs in upcountry.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Chaos ensues after Gabriel opts to swap Arj’s life with that of his wealthy employer Jeff (played by Rogen, 43).—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Mayer resurfaces throughout Lasky’s Memory—regarding her photographs or poems or a pithy quotation—while Lasky considers the memories of her own life.—
Diana Arterian,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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The organization keeps the food banks in a rotation so distributions go out evenly, although the nonprofit also considers which pantries are most in need.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
5 Nov. 2025
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Melissa Schulz understands this deeply, not only as a parenting coach but also as a mom of three, including two neurodiverse children.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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And Derek understands that, as well.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Decides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decides. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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