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as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a slew of options that would add several thousand dollars to the base price of the car
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as in choices
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you will have the option to select one of several quite different health insurance plans
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Recent Examples of options
Newcastle’s pressing scheme revolved around trapping Manchester United towards the touchline while blocking their progressive passing options.
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Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
The angle of Isak’s pass, lack of options inside the penalty area and Hall’s decision to receive the ball infield limit the danger of this attack.
—Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
America’s First Choice Home Warranty has four plans with a broad range of coverage options.
—Ana Staples, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
The safest options are those commonly found in commercial dog food, such as salmon, whitefish, herring, flounder, and Arctic char.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
There are lots of different options out there, but my personal favorites for simple website builders are Squarespace, Leadpages, and Beacons.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
And luckily for Mayo (if the Patriots go down this road), one of the top coordinator options has close ties to Maye.
—Chad Graff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
One of their best options just so happens to have spent 2024 with another team in the American League West.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
All the top options are off the board.
—Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
The angle of Isak’s pass, lack of options inside the penalty area and Hall’s decision to receive the ball infield limit the danger of this attack.
—Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
America’s First Choice Home Warranty has four plans with a broad range of coverage options.
—Ana Staples, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
The safest options are those commonly found in commercial dog food, such as salmon, whitefish, herring, flounder, and Arctic char.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
There are lots of different options out there, but my personal favorites for simple website builders are Squarespace, Leadpages, and Beacons.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
And luckily for Mayo (if the Patriots go down this road), one of the top coordinator options has close ties to Maye.
—Chad Graff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
One of their best options just so happens to have spent 2024 with another team in the American League West.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
All the top options are off the board.
—Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for options
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Along with these crimson accessories, the actor prepared for her next performance with a venti-sized coffee and cell phone in hand, and also protected herself from the cold with a short charcoal gray coat and unexpected barrel jeans in a mustard tone.María Munsuri, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
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Designed with portability and sustainability in mind, these accessories support a range of activities, from sketching ideas to shooting content.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Early birds have the best choices for rebooking flights for another day.Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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That law is why travelers have more choices than just Greyhound or Trailways.Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
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You can be alerted if one of your kids left the refrigerator door open, or if there’s a mechanical issue with one of your appliances.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The top sub-sectors were technology hardware, petroleum, and household appliances, while consumer durables, household products, and non-ferrous metals were the worst.Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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While learning how to speak with confidence, don’t forget to listen actively and pay attention to your client’s needs and preferences.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Sustainability And Comfort Trends Josh Christian, CEO of the Home Technology Association, anticipates significant advances in climate control by the technology learning our preferences and daily routines over time.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Still, by fully embracing data, businesses can gain a comprehensive view of their current impact and identify effective ways to reduce carbon emissions in the future.Robert Bailkoski, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Here are some ways that KSA databases support internal hiring.James Peters, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Options.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/options. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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