opt
verb (used without object)
to make a choice; choose (usually followed byfor ).
was opting
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past progressiveof opt.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Crocker's output was not high, but he was opting for economy, popping out the odd tab and in the sixth he landed with the crisper shots despite Donovan again working well off the jab.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2025
She told her family she was opting for the harder choice.
From New York Times ● Mar. 1, 2024
In a near-whisper, the Hidden Hills resident told the judge Tuesday that she was opting not to address jurors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2024
In the leaked phone call with Rolovich last summer, Woods, who has the sickle cell treat, claimed he was opting out of playing in 2020 due to concerns regarding COVID-19.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 1, 2021
While Leach stopped short of declaring top running back Kylin Hill off the team, he noted, “What I heard is he was opting out, preparing for the NFL. … We wish him the best.”
From Washington Times ● Oct. 28, 2020
