opt
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Having some people opt out of cooking could offer some welcome relief.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
Thus far, nearly all Democratic governors hesitant to opt in have said they will make a decision once they have clarity on rules.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
That is largely because some with low-risk prostate cancer opt instead for active monitoring, rather than immediate treatment, since these cancers are very slow growing and may not cause harm.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
It added that Evoke shareholders may opt for a cash alternative, with the U.S. gambling and entertainment company valuing each Evoke share at 52 pence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
“Worst-case scenario? The money runs out and we live on the streets of Chicago. Or we call our parents and borrow $125 for the Greyhound. Given the two choices, I’d probably opt for the streets.”
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
Vocabulary lists containing opt
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This Week In Words: Current Events Vocab for October 24–30, 2020
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Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
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