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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
In contrast, Gen X cites rising ticket prices, fewer appealing releases, and better at-home options as reasons for going less often.
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
The parties’ prospects for reaching an agreement — and what Trump’s options become for declaring success — will depend on how the ceasefire goes in the coming days, Harrison said.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The color options available for most products are fantastic for a spring refresh thanks to the calming Sky Blue and Honeydew Green, and the more neutral options -- Linen White and Caviar Gray -- offer quiet sophistication for a more minimal aesthetic.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
After spending the top of the year promoting his Amazon MGM Studios thriller Crime 101, Hemsworth was weighing his options for this summer and got excited after seeing the latest Extraction 3 script.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
After Wilson, there are unproven options in Adonai Mitchell, Arian Smith and Isaiah Williams.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Homebuyers and owners looking to refinance should carefully evaluate their rate options before acting now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Are there family-friendly options?
—Adam Bell
april 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
Elders and their families do have options, lawyers emphasized.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
The parties’ prospects for reaching an agreement — and what Trump’s options become for declaring success — will depend on how the ceasefire goes in the coming days, Harrison said.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The color options available for most products are fantastic for a spring refresh thanks to the calming Sky Blue and Honeydew Green, and the more neutral options -- Linen White and Caviar Gray -- offer quiet sophistication for a more minimal aesthetic.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
After spending the top of the year promoting his Amazon MGM Studios thriller Crime 101, Hemsworth was weighing his options for this summer and got excited after seeing the latest Extraction 3 script.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
After Wilson, there are unproven options in Adonai Mitchell, Arian Smith and Isaiah Williams.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
Homebuyers and owners looking to refinance should carefully evaluate their rate options before acting now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Are there family-friendly options?
—Adam Bell
april 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
Elders and their families do have options, lawyers emphasized.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for options
Noun
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While no actual showers are possible, each astronaut has a personal kit including no-rinse shampoo, baby wipes, toothbrushes and shaving accessories.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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Boot Barn — The maker of Western-style apparel, boots and accessories rallied nearly 8% after Jefferies upgraded Boot Barn to buy from hold with a $195, 12-month price target.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Without sacrificing the book’s dark humor, Burke doesn’t shy away from the repercussions of Natalie’s choices, and scenes with her children are the most frustrating and emotionally resonant.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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What Fans Said About Hilary Duff’s Snack Picks A clip from the New York Times video was shared on TikTok, and people weighed in on her snack choices in the comments section.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Heavy-duty abrasive sponges can leave visible scratches and dull finishes on appliances.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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There's also space for more appliances such as a fridge/freezer and washer/dryer to be installed.—
Adam Williams
April 11,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2026
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Research on physician–patient cost conversations shows that switching to lower-cost, clinically similar alternatives within the same drug class is a common strategy for reducing out-of-pocket spending without compromising care.—
Deidre Popovich,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires that agencies rigorously evaluate a reasonable range of alternatives for a project that may be safer, cheaper and more environmentally sound.—
Charles Rilli,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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But Trump’s imposition of his aesthetic preferences doesn’t just threaten to erase chapters in the story of the nation’s federal architecture.—
Kevin D. Murphy,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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The workshop discusses how to specify health care preferences before an urgent medical situation arises.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The parties involved in the deal have since been looking for ways to move forward with the sale, including considering plans to add a Chinese investor to the consortium.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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There are ways of pointing this out without explicitly blaming her.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Options.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/options. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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