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
Unwilling to answer questions from local law enforcement at a hospital, Joaquin opts to stay off the radar.
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Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
At the same time, Simone opts for a subtler tactic, setting a trap for her predominantly white audience.
—Wesley Morris, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
—Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Zendesk opts for a more monochromatic look, so some functions and settings are harder to find.
—John Brandon, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026
Where Gomez typically opts for black ensembles and rich jewel tones, the white tulle design was a refreshing look that felt like a subtle nod to her wedding style.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 6 June 2026
Gibbard hides from rain, opts for Irish goodbyes, and resorts to giving himself pep talks to drag himself out of bed.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 6 June 2026
Coordinating Slab Backsplash Designer Paige Williams often skips the tile aisle and opts for the seamless look of slab backsplashes instead.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Seats tend to come open for election — as opposed to appointment — when a judge opts not to run for re-election.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
At the same time, Simone opts for a subtler tactic, setting a trap for her predominantly white audience.
—Wesley Morris, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Instead of sculpting a sensational Trail of Tears scene of violent removal, Lewis opts for something tranquil.
—Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Zendesk opts for a more monochromatic look, so some functions and settings are harder to find.
—John Brandon, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026
Where Gomez typically opts for black ensembles and rich jewel tones, the white tulle design was a refreshing look that felt like a subtle nod to her wedding style.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 6 June 2026
Gibbard hides from rain, opts for Irish goodbyes, and resorts to giving himself pep talks to drag himself out of bed.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 6 June 2026
Coordinating Slab Backsplash Designer Paige Williams often skips the tile aisle and opts for the seamless look of slab backsplashes instead.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Seats tend to come open for election — as opposed to appointment — when a judge opts not to run for re-election.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opts
Verb
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That is, the person who chooses a gratifying activity in the present moment is correct in relation to their current desires, but wrong about their future ones.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
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And in the Season 2 finale, Hank chooses to his wipe his memory clean.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Lucky decides to take Mason to his first baseball game in Atlanta, only to encounter a series of complications and setbacks for which fatherhood, grief, and economic barriers are a distinct part of the Black American experience.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
19 June 2026
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Outgoing Mayor Vi Lyles has announced her intent to resign by June 30 or whenever the council decides on her replacement.—
Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Jamison-Travis is another six-round pick who figures to land a roster spot based on his draft pedigree.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The new starting rotation of Chris Sale, Martín Pérez, Bryce Elder, Grant Holmes and JR Ritchie figures to get a lengthy trial.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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“Opts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opts. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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