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to change one's mind
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choice
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to choose
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to come down on one side of the fence or the other
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to commit
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to consider
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consultation
8-
to contest
9-
criteria
10-
to decide
11-
decision
12-
decision maker
13-
decree
14-
to decree
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default
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to deliberate
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dilemma
18-
to drag one's feet
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to draw lots
to [change] {one's} mind
to change one's mind
fráze
uk flag
/tʃˈeɪndʒ wˈʌnz mˈaɪnd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to change one's opinion or decision regarding something

example
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George didn't want to come, but we persuaded him to change his mind.
He wasn't going to come, but at the last minute he changed his mind.
What is the origin of the idiom "change one's mind" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "change one's mind" can be attributed to Old English and Middle English usage, specifically the word "mynd" in Old English and "mind" in Middle English. The term "mind" in this context referred to one's thoughts, intellect, or mental processes. The concept of changing one's mind has been a part of human language and communication for centuries, reflecting the inherent flexibility and adaptability of human cognition. This phrase is used in various contexts and occasions to describe situations where individuals alter their opinions, decisions, or beliefs. It can be employed in personal, social, or professional settings.

choice
choice
Podstatné jméno
ch
ʧ
oi
ɔɪ
c
s
e
(volba)

(volba)

výběr

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

to choose
to choose
sloveso
ch
ʧ
oo
u:
s
z
e
(zvolit)

(zvolit)

vybrat

to decide what we want to have or what is best for us from a group of options

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Neprůchodný
to [come] down on one side of the fence or the other
to come down on one side of the fence or the other
fráze
uk flag
/kˈʌm dˌaʊn ˌɑːn wˈʌn sˈaɪd ʌvðə fˈɛns ɔːɹ ðɪ ˈʌðɚ/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

to decide between two possible alternatives or choices that one has

What is the origin of the idiom "come down on one side of the fence or the other" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "come down on one side of the fence or the other" can be traced back to the concept of physical fences as dividers or boundaries. The phrase itself is a figurative expression that evolved from the literal action of choosing to be on one side or the other. It is often used in discussions or debates where differing opinions or options are present, and there is a desire to encourage individuals to choose and commit to one side rather than remaining indecisive or neutral. This expression is frequently used in political debates, moral dilemmas, controversial issues, or situations that require individuals to take a stand and express their viewpoints.

to commit
sloveso
c
k
o
ə
mm
m
i
ɪ
t
t
(přislíbit)

(přislíbit)

zavázat se

to state that one is bound to do something specific

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Přechodný
to consider
to consider
sloveso
c
k
o
ə
n
n
s
s
i
ɪ
d
d
e
ɜ
r
r
(uvažovat)

(uvažovat)

zvážit

to think about something carefully before making a decision or forming an opinion

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Přechodný
consultation
Podstatné jméno
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
s
s
u
ə
l
l
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(porada)

(porada)

konzultace

the act or process of discussing something with a person or a group of people

to contest
sloveso
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
(vznášet námitky proti)

(vznášet námitky proti)

napadnout

to formally oppose or challenge a decision or a statement

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Přechodný
criteria
Podstatné jméno
c
k
r
r
i
t
t
e
ɪ
r
r
ia
(předpoklady)

(předpoklady)

kritéria

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

to decide
to decide
sloveso
d
d
e
ɪ
c
s
i
d
d
e
(u rozhodnutí)

(u rozhodnutí)

rozhodnout se

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

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Přechodný
decision
decision
Podstatné jméno
d
d
e
ɪ
c
s
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n
(volba)

(volba)

rozhodnutí

the act of reaching a choice or judgement after careful consideration

decision maker
Podstatné jméno
uk flag
/dᵻsˈɪʒən mˈeɪkɚ/
(rozhodovací orgán)

(rozhodovací orgán)

rozhodovatel

a person or thing responsible for making important choices or judgments, especially within an organization

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Složené Podstatné Jméno
decree
Podstatné jméno
d
d
e
ɪ
c
k
r
r
ee
i
(dekreta)

(dekreta)

nařízení

an official authoritative decision or judgment, especially one made by a government or the ruler of a country

to decree
to decree
sloveso
d
d
e
ɪ
c
k
r
r
ee
i
(nařídit)

(nařídit)

decrevit

to make an official judgment, decision, or order

Gramatické Informace:

Přechodný
default
Podstatné jméno
d
d
e
ɪ
f
f
au
ɔ
l
l
t
t
(implicitní nastavení)

(implicitní nastavení)

výchozí možnost

a predefined option based on which a computer or other device performs a particular task unless it is changed

to deliberate
to deliberate
sloveso
d
d
e
ɪ
l
l
i
ɪ
b
b
e
ɜ
r
r
a
t
t
e
(uvážlivě přemýšlet)

(uvážlivě přemýšlet)

zvažovat

to think carefully about something and consider it before making a decision

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Neprůchodný
dilemma
dilemma
Podstatné jméno
d
d
i
ɪ
l
l
e
ɛ
mm
m
a
ə
(rozhodovací situace)

(rozhodovací situace)

dilema

a situation that is difficult because a choice must be made between two or more options that are equally important

to [drag] {one's} (feet|heels)
to drag one's feet
fráze
uk flag
/dɹˈæɡ wˈʌnz fˈiːt hˈiːlz/
N/A

N/A

Disapproving
Idiom
Informal

to purposefully act slowly

What is the origin of the idiom "drag one's feet" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "drag one's feet" can be traced back to the literal act of dragging one's feet while walking. When someone drags their feet, it indicates a lack of enthusiasm, motivation, or willingness to move forward. It is often used in discussions related to work, projects, decision-making, or tasks where a person is perceived as stalling or avoiding their responsibilities.

to draw lots
fráze
uk flag
/dɹˈɔː lˈɑːts stɹˈɔːz/
N/A

N/A

to make a decision solely based on throwing a dice, picking a random paper, etc.

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