1
as in choices
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 options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
left the church of her own volition, not because she was excommunicated
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Noun
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Rotterdam, which has a historic connection to Brazilian cinema, is a long-time darling and favorite, but more and more local talent is shifting their attention to festivals like San Sebastián, Karlovy Vary and Locarno as top choices to launch their films.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026 -
Key and especially Strong could convey depth and emotion, subtlety, and often weirdness via their small choices and close ups, defining their characters in opposition to the town’s broad-for-the-sake-of-comedy denizens.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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Instead, officials say the best options remain continuing to use the Atlanta City Detention Center or partnering with other metro Atlanta counties for additional space.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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From smoky brisket sandwiches to spicy jalapeño kolaches, the options are as wide-ranging as the aisles.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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Attorney Taylor Spooner will discuss powers of attorney, wills, trusts and basic Medicaid eligibility.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Others are the Rancho Bernardo Community Thanksgiving Celebration, foundation memberships and sometimes locals leave the organization money in their wills.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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Your preferences will apply only on this website.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
17 Apr. 2026
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An Overgrown Jungle No matter your landscaping preferences, an overgrown jungle is always an eyesore.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Volitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volitions. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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