choose
//tʃuːz//
Translation
choose
Definition
To decide which one of a number of possibilities or options you want, especially after considering them carefully. This verb is commonly used in everyday English to express making a selection from a set of alternatives, such as picking a meal from a menu, selecting a candidate for a job, or opting for a course of action. It implies an active decision-making process, often involving personal preference or judgment. For example, you might choose a book to read based on your interests, or choose a route to avoid traffic. The word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, and it often appears with prepositions like 'between' (choose between two things) or 'from' (choose from a list).
Example
“I need to choose a gift for my sister's birthday.”
“She chose to study medicine instead of law.”
“You can choose any color you like from the palette.”
“They had to choose between two job offers.”
“He carefully chose his words during the interview.”
“We chose a sunny day for the picnic.”
“The committee will choose the winner next week.”
“I can't decide which dessert to choose.”
“She chose to ignore his rude comment.”
“They chose a simple design for their wedding invitations.”
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