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
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New Hampshire voters chose a Democrat, Chris Pappas, to join the U.S.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2026
The 46-year-old Pappas had represented New Hampshire in the House since 2019 but chose not to run for re-election so he could launch his campaign for the Senate.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
Participants chose their remaining foods independently, allowing some flexibility while helping the researchers limit differences between the two diets and encourage adherence.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 3, 2026
Ultimately, she chose to do so because her husband, Bill Higgins, was unable to handle the home’s staircase.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026
"Rowan chose them himself, from the highest shelf in the coolhouse. You will like them."
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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