Making a Decision

used to introduce two choices or possibilities

Either wear a coat, or you'll catch a cold.

a legal decision or statement made by an Islamic leader

to search and discover something or someone that we have lost or do not know the location of

Did you find the remote control for the television?

to declare someone guilty or make a decision against someone in a court case

to declare someone right or innocent in a court of law case

to search and discover something or someone that we have lost or do not know the location of

Did you find the remote control for the television?

to compel someone to accelerate the process of decision-making

the idea that human beings have the agency to decide independently without being controlled by any outside influences

She believes in free will and makes decisions based on her own values.

(always negative) ‌to refuse to make even a slightest change to one's position, decision, etc.

During the negotiation, he wouldn't give an inch on the price.

to fail to keep a promise or commitment that was previously made

He had promised to help me with the project, but he ended up going back on his word.

to fail to keep or fulfill a commitment or assurance made to someone

She went back on her promise to help with the charity event.

to be formally presented for discussion or judgment by a person or authority

The application I sent will go before the admissions office for review next week.

to give something valuable, like family traditions, skills, or items, from one generation to the next

He decided to hand down his grandfather's antique pocket watch to his son.

to think about something before making a decision

I need to have a think about my career goals.

to hesitate in making a decision or saying something

The politician hemmed and hawed when asked about their stance on the controversial issue, avoiding a direct answer.

a choice made in a situation in which no other options were available

The company gave its employees a Hobson's choice: accept a pay cut or face immediate layoffs.

to cause someone or something to move quickly

Realizing the urgency, he hustled his friends out of the building before the authorities arrived.

capable of quickly grasping complex topics and offer clear and insightful perspectives

His incisive vision allows him to see beyond the surface, uncovering deeper meanings and unveiling hidden truths.

not producing a clear result or decision

The medical tests were inconclusive, so further examination is needed to determine the cause of the symptoms.

(of a person) having difficulty making choices or decisions, often due to fear, lack of confidence, or overthinking

She's so indecisive that it takes her hours to choose what to wear each morning.

resistant to bending or physical deformation

The steel beam was inflexible under heavy load.

used to show support for or agreement with someone or something

The majority of the board members were in favor of the proposed budget increase.

used to say that both options or situations are equal and that none is better or worse than the other

Whether we take the highway or the scenic route, it's six of one, half a dozen of the other—we'll reach our destination in the same amount of time.

used to mean one does not have a strong preference and is happy to go along with whatever others decide

Where should we eat tonight?— I'm easy, you pick!