by choice
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deliberately or willingly, as a result of one's own decision
- She lives in the countryside by choice, enjoying the peace and quiet.
- He stayed single by choice, preferring to focus on his career.
- They avoided the busy city by choice to lead a simpler life.
- I didn't join the team by chance, but by choice because I wanted to improve.
- He took a lower-paying job by choice to have more free time.
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