opt
verb (used without object)
to make a choice; choose (usually followed byfor ).
is opting
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present progressiveof opt (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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He is opting for longer-haul treks, which open him up to landing more work, and avoiding taking any trips where he isn’t certain he will have a job to support his return home.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 22, 2026
While removal of the legal overhang allows management to concentrate on new business verticals as well as international expansion, Grosslight is opting to remain Neutral-rating until he sees renewed growth from those verticals and markets.
From Barron's ● Mar. 10, 2026
Vance is opting for a less bombastic version of what first and second ladies have done, election after election.
From Slate ● Oct. 25, 2024
Davidsen, a cool, calm presence who stands at nearly six foot two, is opting for something more demure.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2023
At Blakespear’s informational hearing, Darrell Johnson, the county transportation authority’s CEO, said he is opting to wait for the findings before committing to track realignment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
