opted; opting; opts
: to make a choice
especially
: to decide in favor of something
opted for a tax increase —
Tom Wicker
Tom Wicker After perusing the menu he opted for the prime rib.
1
optical; optician; optics
2
option; optional
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Verb
after that near catastrophe, they opted to reinstate the telephone service
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Kick Kennedy, also known as Kathleen Alexandra Kennedy, opted for a classic silhouette, wearing a tailored gray suit paired with a white top.
—Wwd Staff, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Some have chosen to proceed with their stay during the soft opening phase while others are rescheduling based on their travel availability, and some have opted for a refund after canceling their plans.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 12-Piece Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set
Instead of mixing and matching cookware to build a well-rounded set, opt for this 12-piece nonstick collection from Drew Barrymore.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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Verb
The report also notes that consumer spending habits are shifting, with more shoppers opting for store brands and bulk purchasing to offset rising costs.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Kick Kennedy, also known as Kathleen Alexandra Kennedy, opted for a classic silhouette, wearing a tailored gray suit paired with a white top.
—Wwd Staff, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025
Some have chosen to proceed with their stay during the soft opening phase while others are rescheduling based on their travel availability, and some have opted for a refund after canceling their plans.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 12-Piece Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set
Instead of mixing and matching cookware to build a well-rounded set, opt for this 12-piece nonstick collection from Drew Barrymore.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Opt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opt. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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