as in to choose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
after that near catastrophe, they opted to reinstate the telephone service
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Recent Examples of opt
Downsize products into smaller bottles and containers Another tip to save on space is to opt for travel-size toiletries wherever possible.
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Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 19 May 2026
Though cow's milk is high in protein and other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, consider opting for a high-protein plant milk to get nearly the same amount of protein without the lactose.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 19 May 2026
Why are parents opting for private schools, charter schools or homeschooling?
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
The past few months have seen many of the UK’s top talents considered for the hot presenter gig and in the end the BBC has opted for a diverse trio.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 May 2026
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Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 19 May 2026
Though cow's milk is high in protein and other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, consider opting for a high-protein plant milk to get nearly the same amount of protein without the lactose.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 19 May 2026
Why are parents opting for private schools, charter schools or homeschooling?
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
The past few months have seen many of the UK’s top talents considered for the hot presenter gig and in the end the BBC has opted for a diverse trio.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 May 2026
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There are 14 colors to choose from, including neutrals like black, beige, and white, plus more unique shades like pink lace, burgundy, and charcoal gray.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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The government offers elderly citizens a small monthly allowance but some need and choose to earn more to cover living costs in one of the world’s most expensive cities.—
Catherine Phillips,
CNN Money,
24 May 2026
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The hospital decides not to airlift Roberta (Paola Núñez), who quickly becomes an emergency case when Camille (Natalie Zea) determines that her aneurysm has ruptured.—
Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 May 2026
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November 22 – December 21 A practical detail around money, access, or trust may decide whether a serious conversation gets easier or stranger.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
23 May 2026
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Here are some ways to figure that out using examples from the classic fairy tale Cinderella.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The cities that figure this out will not just recover from the disruptions of the past five years.—
Chase Garbarino,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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“Opt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opt. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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