chose
1 Americannoun
verb
noun
Etymology
Origin of chose
First recorded in 1350–1400, for an earlier sense; 1660–70, for the current sense; Middle English, from French, from Latin causa “reason, sake, case”; see cause
Example Sentences
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“We’re very high on quality, and we’re high on authenticity. Music was always the main goal, and that’s why we chose Daptone; we’re on the same page about that, ‘cause music is a vibration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
By allegedly targeting child users, Meta "chose to exploit" young people in order to hook them on its platforms, so it could grow its user base and expand its business.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Nadezhdin said diplomats from several countries had offered help, but he chose to come to France.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
“Demis chose to step into a new role at Google and is focusing his efforts more strategically on scientific breakthroughs and shaping the future of AGI,” the spokesperson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
“Tons of things, actually. That Pili chose to stay in Rio Luna without me. That I’m wrong and she is stuck, but might be hurt over there. That this is all impossible and I’m dreaming.”
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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