(in the US) an official statement or decision that has been approved by both houses of the US Congress
the official in charge of a court who decides on legal matters
the process of evaluating a person, object, or event and coming to a conclusion
a decision that is solely based on one's own judgment or instinct rather than any clear principle or rule
(in the UK) the process in which a court of law can examine an action or decision made by a public body or government department
the power or authority of a court of law or an organization to make legal decisions and judgements
relating to an official organization, mainly the court's power and authority to bind the parties to the action
to not make a decision so that one still has choices in the future
(law) a decision supported or made by a jury that most of the people, but not all agree with
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/mˌeɪk ɐlˈaʊənsᵻz fɔːɹ ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
to consider something when doing calculations or making a plan
(law) a situation in which a court wrongly punishes someone
to finally come to an agreement or decision
Граматична Інформація:
to decrease the number of possibilities or choices
Граматична Інформація:
able to be changed to discussed in order for an agreement to be reached
something such as a decision or question that requires minimal or no mental effort to be made or answered
in a way that demonstrates one's capability and independence in decision-making free of any influence or circumstance
used to state that one has adopted a different opinion after rethinking or reconsidering something
The idiom "on second thoughts" originated in the English language, but its specific origin is difficult to trace. It is a common expression used to convey the idea of reconsidering or revising one's initial thoughts or opinions. The phrase likely emerged from the natural tendency of individuals to reflect and reevaluate their perspectives after having some time to think or gather additional information. It is commonly used when someone reevaluates their initial thoughts, judgments, or decisions after further reflection or consideration.
in a situation that forces one to choose between two alternatives that both have equally undesirable outcomes
The idiom "on the horns of a dilemma" originates from the myth of Hercules and the Cretan Bull, depicting a situation where one is faced with two equally difficult choices. It is used to describe circumstances where there is no straightforward solution, and each option presents significant challenges or drawbacks. This idiom finds relevance in various contexts, such as ethical dilemmas, complex decision-making processes, or situations where individuals feel trapped between conflicting alternatives. It is used to emphasize the challenging nature of the decision and the absence of a clear or easy resolution.
(in the UK) a legal decision that declares the cause of someone's death IS unknown
something that can or may be chosen from a number of alternatives
to change or reject someone's decision, especially by using one's authority
to use one's official or political authority to change or reject a previously made decision
Граматична Інформація:
to reverse, abolish, or invalidate something, especially a legal decision
Граматична Інформація:
to choose someone or something out of a group of people or things
Граматична Інформація:
to choose the most desirable alternative out of the ones available
The idiom "pick and choose" originated from the combination of the words "pick" and "choose," which individually mean to select or make a choice. The exact origin of this phrase is difficult to trace, as it likely developed naturally within the English language over time. The concept of picking and choosing has been ingrained in human decision-making for centuries. The phrase itself has been in common usage for several centuries, appearing in written works as early as the 16th century. It has since become a widely recognized idiom that conveys the act of carefully selecting or making choices. It is commonly employed in situations where individuals have the freedom or opportunity to be selective.
to excel in making decisions that ultimately lead to one's success
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