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call
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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
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to contest
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criteria
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to cross the Rubicon
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to decide
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decision
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decision maker
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decision theory
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decree
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to decree
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default
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delegate
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to deliberate
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determined
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dilemma
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dissent
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to drag one's feet
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to draw lots
call
Sustantivo
c
k
a
ɔ:
ll
l
decisión

decisión

a choice made or a judgment reached after considering several possibilities

to [change] {one's} mind
to change one's mind
Frase
uk flag
/tʃˈeɪndʒ wˈʌnz mˈaɪnd/
(cambiar de idea)

(cambiar de idea)

cambiar de opinión

Idiom
Informal

to change one's opinion or decision regarding something

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
Sustantivo
ch
ʧ
oi
ɔɪ
c
s
e
(opción)

(opción)

elección

an act of deciding to choose between two things or more

to choose
to choose
Verbo
ch
ʧ
oo
u:
s
z
e
elegir

elegir

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

Información Gramatical:

Intransitivo
to [come] down on one side of the fence or the other
to come down on one side of the fence or the other
Frase
uk flag
/kˈʌm dˌaʊn ˌɑːn wˈʌn sˈaɪd ʌvðə fˈɛns ɔːɹ ðɪ ˈʌðɚ/
(elegir)

(elegir)

escoger

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
Verbo
c
k
o
ə
mm
m
i
ɪ
t
t
comprometerse a

comprometerse a

to state that one is bound to do something specific

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
to consider
to consider
Verbo
c
k
o
ə
n
n
s
s
i
ɪ
d
d
e
ɜ
r
r
considerar

considerar

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

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
consultation
Sustantivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
s
s
u
ə
l
l
t
t
a
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
consulta

consulta

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

to contest
Verbo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
disputar

disputar

to formally oppose or challenge a decision or a statement

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
criteria
Sustantivo
c
k
r
r
i
t
t
e
ɪ
r
r
ia
(criterio)

(criterio)

criterios

the particular characteristics that are considered when evaluating something

to cross the Rubicon
Frase
uk flag
/kɹˈɔs ðə ɹˈuːbɪkən/
N/A

N/A

to irrevocably make a decision or to take an action with consequences

to decide
to decide
Verbo
d
d
e
ɪ
c
s
i
d
d
e
decidir

decidir

to think carefully about different things and choose one of them

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
decision
decision
Sustantivo
d
d
e
ɪ
c
s
i
ɪ
s
ʒ
io
ə
n
n
decisión

decisión

the act of reaching a choice or judgement after careful consideration

decision maker
Sustantivo
uk flag
/dᵻsˈɪʒən mˈeɪkɚ/
responsable

responsable

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

Información Gramatical:

Sustantivo Compuesto
decision theory
Sustantivo
uk flag
/dᵻsˈɪʒən θˈiəɹi/
teoría de la decisión

teoría de la decisión

(mathematics) ‌the study about making the best choice out of available alternatives while considering all the risks and benefits

decree
Sustantivo
d
d
e
ɪ
c
k
r
r
ee
i
sentencia

sentencia

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

to decree
to decree
Verbo
d
d
e
ɪ
c
k
r
r
ee
i
decretar

decretar

to make an official judgment, decision, or order

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
default
Sustantivo
d
d
e
ɪ
f
f
au
ɔ
l
l
t
t
valor por defecto

valor por defecto

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

delegate
Sustantivo
uk flag
/ˈdɛɫəˌɡeɪt/, /ˈdɛɫəɡət/
delegado

delegado

someone who is chosen as a representative of a particular community at a conference, meeting, etc.

to deliberate
to deliberate
Verbo
d
d
e
ɪ
l
l
i
ɪ
b
b
e
ɜ
r
r
a
t
t
e
deliberar

deliberar

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

Información Gramatical:

Intransitivo
determined
Adjetivo
d
d
e
ɪ
t
t
e
ɜ
r
r
m
m
i
ə
n
n
e
d
d
decidido

decidido

not changing one's decision to do something despite opposition

dilemma
dilemma
Sustantivo
d
d
i
ɪ
l
l
e
ɛ
mm
m
a
ə
dilema

dilema

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

dissent
Sustantivo
d
d
i
ɪ
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
t
disentimiento

disentimiento

(law) refusal to be bound by a decision or opinion that is contrary to one's beliefs or judgment

to [drag] {one's} (feet|heels)
to drag one's feet
Frase
uk flag
/dɹˈæɡ wˈʌnz fˈiːt hˈiːlz/
arrastrar los pies

arrastrar los pies

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
Frase
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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