decide

Definition for decide

verb as in make a determination; settle an issue

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agree, choose, conclude, determine, elect, end, establish, resolve, rule, select, set, vote

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adjudge, adjudicate, award, cinch, clinch, conjecture, decree, figure, gather, guess, judge, mediate, opt, pick, poll, purpose, surmise, tap, will

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arrive at conclusion, call shots, cast the die, come to agreement, come to conclusion, come to decision, commit oneself, draw a conclusion, fix upon, form opinion, go down line, have final word, make a decision, make up mind, reach decision, take a stand

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Ibarra had waived his right to a jury trial, which means his case was heard and decided by county Judge Haggard.

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He said he changed his mind and decided to complete the film after speaking to Hutchins' husband, Matt.

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The US has been criticised by humanitarian organisations for deciding to supply Ukraine with landmines, as the war in eastern Europe rages on.

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Her team decided to try low-dose sodium oxybate, after some patients told them their symptoms improved after a few alcoholic drinks.

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But the path of inflation going forward is unusually uncertain and Bank of England officials, who decide whether to raise or cut interest rates, are divided.

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To decide is to make up one’s mind as to what shall be done and the way to do it: He decided to go today. To determine is to arrive at a conclusion after reasoning or observation: He determined that there was no available path to victory. To resolve is to show firmness of purpose: He resolved to ask for a promotion.

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