as in choice
the act or process of selecting
the choosing of a new mayor is often left to a few voters, unfortunately
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as in preferring
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1
as in selecting
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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2
as in pleasing
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in deciding
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
chose to write on a controversial topic for the local newspaper
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Recent Examples of choosing
Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
In response, Moore invited the president to Baltimore for a public safety walk on a day and time of his choosing.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Customers can include the two initials of their choosing to go inside the heart locket.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
february 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
Each brought two kinds, a plain butter croissant and a signature creation of their own choosing.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
There are a few ways to get your hands on a box of your choosing, both in-person and online.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 5 Feb. 2026
To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Feb. 2026
The food, its presentation and atmosphere is superb (the chef doubles as the DJ choosing music spontaneously based on his mood and the crowd).
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The custodian of the maison’s some 20,000 documents, fragments, and objects is the effervescent Sophie Rouart, who indulged me in pulling any style of my choosing.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Bélanger notes that most midlife women benefit from aiming for about 25 to 35 grams of protein per meal, and choosing meals in that range consistently helps support lean mass and metabolic health.
—Rita Templeton, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your bedding, and in the South, that means choosing lighter sheets and blankets to stay cool once warm weather returns.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Every year the Bronx Zoo team brainstorms different additions to its offerings, and some of the challenges lie in choosing the right ones.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
According to Nickodem, people want to be relieved of the decision of choosing a book among countless titles in a store, each one marketed with different combinations of frenetic color, fonts and dramatic blurbs.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
When choosing a company, consider your tax situation's complexity, professional credentials, and pricing.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
There’s joy in choosing a color, tearing paper, or getting one small detail just right, McKleroy says.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
In the final season of life, some people are choosing to return their remains directly to the soil.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
An agent is a financial institution of Treasury’s choosing.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
In response, Moore invited the president to Baltimore for a public safety walk on a day and time of his choosing.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Customers can include the two initials of their choosing to go inside the heart locket.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
february 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
Each brought two kinds, a plain butter croissant and a signature creation of their own choosing.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
There are a few ways to get your hands on a box of your choosing, both in-person and online.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 5 Feb. 2026
To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Feb. 2026
The food, its presentation and atmosphere is superb (the chef doubles as the DJ choosing music spontaneously based on his mood and the crowd).
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The custodian of the maison’s some 20,000 documents, fragments, and objects is the effervescent Sophie Rouart, who indulged me in pulling any style of my choosing.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
However, choosing fewer priorities and building momentum through small, consistent actions that actually stick is likely to have a better outcome than getting spread too thin.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Bélanger notes that most midlife women benefit from aiming for about 25 to 35 grams of protein per meal, and choosing meals in that range consistently helps support lean mass and metabolic health.
—Rita Templeton, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your bedding, and in the South, that means choosing lighter sheets and blankets to stay cool once warm weather returns.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Every year the Bronx Zoo team brainstorms different additions to its offerings, and some of the challenges lie in choosing the right ones.
—Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
According to Nickodem, people want to be relieved of the decision of choosing a book among countless titles in a store, each one marketed with different combinations of frenetic color, fonts and dramatic blurbs.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
When choosing a company, consider your tax situation's complexity, professional credentials, and pricing.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
There’s joy in choosing a color, tearing paper, or getting one small detail just right, McKleroy says.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
In the final season of life, some people are choosing to return their remains directly to the soil.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for choosing
Noun
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Casado also seemed to enjoy himself, reminding fans of his breakout performances last year at times, but De Jong remains first-choice in that midfield role.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The show is presented as a response to the official Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show headlined by Bad Bunny as the choice of the Puerto Rican mega-star drew backlash from conservatives.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, despite Forrest Gump’s insight about the unknowns inside every box of chocolates, some 43% of Americans do consult the guide that comes with most boxes before selecting a treat.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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That pattern is associated with better satiety, energy stability, and muscle maintenance, as long as sodium is kept in check when selecting meals.—
Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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And no matter how formal or casual the gathering, every host is always looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer to start the party.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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Ted Cruz certainly doesn’t care about pleasing everyone, and Billie Eilish and a whole bunch of musicians now clearly don’t either.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Austria and Canada coming from 2-1 down to beat Japan and Brazil, the latter coming from Liam Draxl seeing out a win over Gustavo Heide despite rolling his ankle in the seventh game of the deciding rubber.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The veteran skier had previously ruptured her ACL in her left knee before deciding to still compete in this year's Olympic Games.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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My focus is on job approval, which not only captures a president’s popularity but has a huge impact on the performance of the president’s party in other elections, such as the upcoming November midterms.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Smith argued that economic concerns are where the battle for this year’s elections lies.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That’s impressive for a rebuilding team, but is anyone picking the Ducks over the Oilers in a playoff series?—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Only Nick Brinkerhoff is picking the Seahawks to win in blowout fashion, by a score of 34-17.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Blenkarn and Lim also spoke in an interview prior to the show of wanting to re-create the sensation of gathering around a television and passing a controller back and forth among family or friends while offering commentary on someone’s play style.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Panthers went into those games not just wanting to win, but to bury the opposition.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Consumers also continue to shift their viewing habits, opting for phone-first experiences and bite-size content on social media platforms.—
Lauren Wilson,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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How To Resolve These Problems But that shouldn’t necessarily deter you from opting for a home with lots of natural light.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Choosing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choosing. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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