1
as in opinion
a position arrived at after consideration
after much deliberation, we made a decision about what to have on our pizza
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2
as in determination
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
acted with swift decision
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Recent Examples of decision
In response to a CNN inquiry, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defended the administration’s decision to send the migrants to Cecot.
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Rocio Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Past presidents have also taken flak from voters for their clemency decisions.
—NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Even though Davis was six years older than Dončic at the time of the trade and had a more extensive injury history, Harrison defended his decision amid overwhelming backlash and puzzlement from Mavs fans as the deal rippled throughout the sport.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is moving towards a decision on whether transgender women can compete in women’s sports, per reports.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 11 Nov. 2025
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Rocio Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Past presidents have also taken flak from voters for their clemency decisions.
—NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Even though Davis was six years older than Dončic at the time of the trade and had a more extensive injury history, Harrison defended his decision amid overwhelming backlash and puzzlement from Mavs fans as the deal rippled throughout the sport.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is moving towards a decision on whether transgender women can compete in women’s sports, per reports.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 11 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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Many of those viewers have strong opinions and allegiances and are deranged.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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Durant’s difference in opinion wasn’t surprising to Green, knowing that their basketball philosophies aren’t always aligned.—
Jordy Fee-Platt,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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Elizabeth’s determination not to settle the succession gave rise to fierce rivalry between the claimants to the English throne, among them Mary, Queen of Scots and her son James VI; James’s cousin Arbella Stuart; Lady Katherine Grey and her descendants; and Henry Hastings, Earl of Huntingdon.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Our shareholders and clients have benefited enormously from Elon Musk's vision, determination and execution.—
Alia Shoaib,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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As outrage over the verdict catalyzed activist campaigns into criminalizing spousal rape in every state (only achieved, with many loopholes, in 1993) the town of Salem, Oregon just wanted to move on.—
Sarah Weinman,
Rolling Stone,
9 Nov. 2025
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In October 2025, a Florida appeals court overturned that verdict.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Critical in today’s joint operations—but must not substitute decisiveness with consensus.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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Yet, when countered with decisiveness, Putin has retreated.—
Kathleen Collins,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
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As the train hurtles toward its final destination, mother and daughter must confront both their past and the paranormal – before the journey reaches a deadly conclusion.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The tariffs case in most respects appears to be an instance in which the conservative Justices would favor limiting executive power, but the idea that foreign affairs and emergencies are different may muddy that conclusion.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
6 Nov. 2025
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The controller described an industry held together by human endurance more than institutional support, one that depends on overtime, unpaid labor, and the quiet resolve of those who still show up.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Nov. 2025
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But Hawley showed its resolve by racing back on a 4-0 run.—
Andrew Cornelius,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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