as in chooses
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 opts
Jessie opts to call on her favorite sheriff cowboy for help.
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Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
This project by Pamela Hope Designs opts for a uniform tile in a soft, soothing color, creating a sense of calm and space.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
In New York and California, legislative salaries exceed $100,000, while New Hampshire opts for a nominal $100 annually per lawmaker.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Dealing with such a matter is undoubtedly complicated if, as in this case, the player opts not to engage — but equally, clubs have a responsibility to protect their employees.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The Pentagon is reportedly planning for the possibility of sustained weeks-long operations against Iran if diplomacy fails and the president opts to attack.
—CBS News, 15 Feb. 2026
For clients seeking a minimalist, seamless look, the designer opts for touch-to-open technology, which keeps the cabinets quiet and uninterrupted.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
People were worn down by the waiting patterns imposed upon them by the state; in this film, the couple opts to break free through artistic expression, and mounting a new, dissident work.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
This design opts for an ultra glossy black base with negative space hearts outlined with silver glitter.
—Paola Zamarripa, Glamour, 10 Feb. 2026
Melina Khan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
This project by Pamela Hope Designs opts for a uniform tile in a soft, soothing color, creating a sense of calm and space.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 20 Feb. 2026
In New York and California, legislative salaries exceed $100,000, while New Hampshire opts for a nominal $100 annually per lawmaker.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Dealing with such a matter is undoubtedly complicated if, as in this case, the player opts not to engage — but equally, clubs have a responsibility to protect their employees.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The Pentagon is reportedly planning for the possibility of sustained weeks-long operations against Iran if diplomacy fails and the president opts to attack.
—CBS News, 15 Feb. 2026
For clients seeking a minimalist, seamless look, the designer opts for touch-to-open technology, which keeps the cabinets quiet and uninterrupted.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
People were worn down by the waiting patterns imposed upon them by the state; in this film, the couple opts to break free through artistic expression, and mounting a new, dissident work.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
This design opts for an ultra glossy black base with negative space hearts outlined with silver glitter.
—Paola Zamarripa, Glamour, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opts
Verb
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But the record of success in regime-change initiatives is sparse, especially when the nation seeking a revolution chooses to engage only from a distance.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
28 Feb. 2026
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Given the money swirling around the region, if the EU chooses to probe that particular element of the deal then it will be closely scrutinized, and could act as something of a test case for future deals.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That’s if his county decides to enact a sales tax, the proceeds of which would have to be applied to homeowner property tax credits.—
Meghan O'Brien,
States Newsroom,
27 Feb. 2026
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Under Arizona rules, the person who claims the prize is the person who signs the ticket, but if the court decides the ticket legally belongs to Circle K, the company could argue that it be awarded the prize.—
Miguel Torres,
AZCentral.com,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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First there is the free agency period that figures to be low on drama beyond the likely departure of Tagovailoa.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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On the surface, Anderson figures to slot into the end of Minnesota’s rotation with minutes as either the team’s eighth or ninth man.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Opts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opts. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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