opted
Americanverb
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Against intense pressure, teams have opted to play longer passes into their forwards, skipping build-up altogether.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Many homeowners have opted to stay put in their current homes to maintain their low rates from years ago, which has weighed on available inventory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Some 350 authors in the Anthropic lawsuit opted out of the settlement, with some expressing objections and betting they can recover significantly more through individual litigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
The company opted for cash upfront as it grappled with slumping sales, executives said last month.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Severo opted for traveling with a large rock in his car.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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