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as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a slew of options that would add several thousand dollars to the base price of the car
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as in choices
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you will have the option to select one of several quite different health insurance plans
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Recent Examples of options
Click here to learn more about our different membership options.
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Big Think, 18 June 2026
With the price much more affordable, multiple options are therefore available to choose from, and the need for a hedge against inflation pronounced, with the rate at its highest level in more than three years, gold could be the smart and secure investment to consider now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 17 June 2026
There are several options during the three days of XBIZ Miami, from a White Party at the Myst club in Miami Beach, to a more exclusive, invitation-only party thrown by Brazzers, to the glitzy XMAs Miami awards gala thrown by XBIZ to honor excellence in the field.
—Gustavo Turner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Cheaper options at the same studios include standard IV drips at $99 to $199 and cryotherapy at $50.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
But not everyone was using Metro transit options to get to the games.
—Seamus Bozeman
follow, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
To nobody's surprise, Tuesday's launch of SPCX options also set new records for a first-day, post-IPO options volume.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Pricing is competitive and financing options are available in-house.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Food and drink There are four dining options on the property, starting with Studio Mediterranean, which debuted in 2025 as the resort’s newest and most ambitious restaurant to date.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Big Think, 18 June 2026
With the price much more affordable, multiple options are therefore available to choose from, and the need for a hedge against inflation pronounced, with the rate at its highest level in more than three years, gold could be the smart and secure investment to consider now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 17 June 2026
There are several options during the three days of XBIZ Miami, from a White Party at the Myst club in Miami Beach, to a more exclusive, invitation-only party thrown by Brazzers, to the glitzy XMAs Miami awards gala thrown by XBIZ to honor excellence in the field.
—Gustavo Turner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Cheaper options at the same studios include standard IV drips at $99 to $199 and cryotherapy at $50.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
But not everyone was using Metro transit options to get to the games.
—Seamus Bozeman
follow, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
To nobody's surprise, Tuesday's launch of SPCX options also set new records for a first-day, post-IPO options volume.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 17 June 2026
Pricing is competitive and financing options are available in-house.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Food and drink There are four dining options on the property, starting with Studio Mediterranean, which debuted in 2025 as the resort’s newest and most ambitious restaurant to date.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for options
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That means all of the cookware, kitchen tools, grilling gadgets, baking accessories, and cleaning supplies on sale will come in handy well before the winter holidays hit.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 June 2026
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Cardi has not kept her obsession with luxury accessories a secret.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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The 34-year-old democratic socialist's choices were pitted against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, also of New York, in what will likely be viewed as a big and successful early test at establishing a new faction within the national party.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
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May said the outcome reflects the consequences of the choices made that night.—
Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Noun
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Your water heater is another major contributor to your electric bill because manufacturers often set the temperature to these appliances at 140 degrees.—
Karla Radka,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 June 2026
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According to the department’s directive written in 2023, officers should consider voice commands and several alternatives before using lethal force.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Brands are adapting by expanding luxury definitions, offering premium non-alcoholic alternatives, and emphasizing craftsmanship and ritual.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Spending several weeks working remotely from another location—or accepting a temporary work-from-anywhere assignment—can reveal whether the lifestyle truly fits your work habits and personal preferences.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Xie Meng, founder of arthouse distributor Rediance, emphasized that audiences preferences were moving from the global to the local.—
Marcus Lim,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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There are no plans to continue any projects, whether that's with Netflix and books, that would talk about his family in similar ways.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
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Its flavors and customs and ways of living are revealed to us over dinner or even a simple morning coffee.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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“Options.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/options. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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