option

Example Sentences

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That makes U.S. bonds—and the dollar—a more attractive option than other developed markets.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

James has been designated the third option behind Doncic and Reaves yet has still averaged 20.6 points per game, 6.9 assists and 6.0 rebounds in his 23rd season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

AI developers are more focused on earning subscription revenue and adding agentic capabilities to existing offerings, thus they have no incentive to back an open-source option, Zhang adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"We gave him every opportunity to come out peacefully and safely. He didn't take that option," Victoria Chief Commissioner of Police Mike Bush said.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

He is not certain which option bothers him more: involving Isobel in the game or relinquishing the one relationship in his life that has not been dictated for him.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern