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opted

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɑptɪd// UK //ˈɒptɪd// opt·ed

v. to choose one thing instead of another. You use this when you have a few options and you pick the one you prefer.

v. to make a choice from a range of possibilities. Intransitive; requires a prepositional phrase or an infinitive clause to complete its meaning.


SIMPLE

She opted for the salad instead of the burger.

CONTEXTUAL

After reviewing the high cost of the premium plan, the family opted for the basic subscription instead.

COMPLEX

Although the board initially considered a full merger, they ultimately opted to pursue a strategic partnership that allowed both companies to retain their original branding.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically takes the preposition 'for' before a noun or 'to' before an infinitive verb.

Pitfall

He opted the blue car.He opted for the blue car.Opt is intransitive and cannot take a direct object; it must be followed by 'for' when choosing a noun.

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