1
as in choice
the act or power of making one's own choices or decisions
oftentimes the dialect we speak is completely beyond our volition
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as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
left the church of her own volition, not because she was excommunicated
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Recent Examples of volition
With effort came obvious improvement, and the sense of mastery and volition was nothing short of intoxicating.
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James Hibbard, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
So, this isn't money that the school districts just have of their own volition.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
In an early episode, viewers will learn through a number of flashbacks the real reason why Daisy has chosen to enter this regime on her own volition.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Cancellations While some performers called off shows on their own volition, other cancellations were more conspicuous.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2025
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James Hibbard, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
So, this isn't money that the school districts just have of their own volition.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
In an early episode, viewers will learn through a number of flashbacks the real reason why Daisy has chosen to enter this regime on her own volition.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Cancellations While some performers called off shows on their own volition, other cancellations were more conspicuous.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for volition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volition
Noun
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Pisces February 19 – March 20 An upcoming choice could strengthen your confidence.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Apr. 2026
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But then his journey through Amen Corner might have left him wanting to say a few choice words.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Other options include Hand Cream Intense, Lip Water and more.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is testing glasses with a large oval or circular frame, a smaller oval or circular option, a large rectangular frame like the regular Ray-Ban Wayfarers, and a slimmer rectangular frame, similar to CEO Tim Cook’s current glasses.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Experiment to find the right placement The options for extensions placement are limitless, especially in the salon, and mostly based on aesthetic preferences.—
Hunter Lacey,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2026
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There’s seven delicious flavors to choose from (so one is sure to suit your taste preferences).—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Volition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volition. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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