1
as in opinion
a position arrived at after consideration
after much deliberation, we made a decision about what to have on our pizza
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2
as in determination
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
acted with swift decision
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Recent Examples of decision
Financially, Venus in Taurus also encourages you to invest wisely, specifically in what will bring long-term value, whether that’s adding quality pieces to your wardrobe or making smart financial decisions.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
While most games require quick thinking and resources, Zero Company is about tactical decisions and deliberate moves.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 5 June 2025
The conservative-majority court has issued a string of decisions siding with churches and religious plaintiffs in recent years.
—Lindsay Whitehurst, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
The three ultra moderates also voiced alarm at their colleagues’ decision to scale back the mayor’s plan for increasing hiring at the fire department.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
While most games require quick thinking and resources, Zero Company is about tactical decisions and deliberate moves.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 5 June 2025
The conservative-majority court has issued a string of decisions siding with churches and religious plaintiffs in recent years.
—Lindsay Whitehurst, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
The three ultra moderates also voiced alarm at their colleagues’ decision to scale back the mayor’s plan for increasing hiring at the fire department.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decision
Noun
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His opinions on player personnel are heard routinely by the club’s decision makers.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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The poll breaks down the opinions by political ideology on whether to abolish ICE.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
Noun
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From a basketball standpoint, Newell’s experiences with hard work and determination have manifested themselves into a never-ending urge to hunt offensive rebounds.—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Despite facing serious health challenges, Les Jones continues to chase the trails as a powerful reminder that passion and determination can carry us far.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
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Written in Latin, the coroners' rolls are records of sudden or suspicious deaths as investigated by a jury of local men, called together by the coroner to establish facts and reach a verdict.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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Jurors ended the day without a verdict and are due back in Manhattan Supreme Court Monday morning.—
Julian Roberts-Grmela,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Roku’s Debt stood at $577 million at the conclusion of the most recent quarter, while its market capitalization is $11 billion (as of 6/6/2025).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The Big 12—arguably the most enthusiastic supporter of private capital among the conferences—recently came to a similar conclusion after a year-long evaluation process that reportedly included discussions with global investment firm CVC Capital.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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Kissinger believed that power stemmed from a combination of economic strength, diplomatic influence, national self-interests, and military deterrence—but most importantly, the perception of resolve and strategic consistency.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Kyiv has long sought to impress upon the Kremlin that there are costs to prolonging its campaign, but some analysts have warned that the operation – which struck Russian airfields thousands of miles from Ukraine’s borders – will only replenish Moscow’s resolve.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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“Decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decision. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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