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Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation - Making a Decision

Here you will learn some English words related to making a decision, such as "indecisive", "hustle", and "finding".

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Words Related to Decision, Suggestion, and Obligation
either
[conjunction]

used to introduce two choices or possibilities

Ex: You can either take the train , or catch a bus to the city center .
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fatwa
[noun]

a legal decision or statement made by an Islamic leader

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to find
[Verb]

(of a law court) to make an official decision

Ex: The judge found the defendant guilty of theft and sentenced him to prison.
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to declare someone guilty or make a decision against someone in a court case

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

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finding
[noun]

a judgment made by a judge or jury in a court of law

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to compel someone to accelerate the process of decision-making

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free will
[noun]

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

Ex: The philosophical debate centered around whether humans truly have free will.
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(always negative) ‌to refuse to make even a slightest change to one's position, decision, etc.

Ex: We 've been trying to reach a compromise , but he wobudge an inch on the issue .
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to fail to keep a promise or commitment that was previously made

Ex: He went back on his word by not showing up at the event as he had promised.
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to fail to keep or fulfill a commitment or assurance made to someone

Ex: The politician made a public pledge to prioritize environmental issues, but unfortunately, he went back on his pledge after taking office.
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to be formally presented for discussion or judgment by a person or authority

Ex: The case went before the judge for a ruling .
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‌to formally announce something such as a decision or judgment

Ex: The president is expected to hand down an executive order to address the issue.
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to think about something before making a decision

Ex: Having a think can lead to creative solutions and insights .
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to hesitate in making a decision or saying something

Ex: When faced with a choice , he hems and haws, taking a long time to make up his mind .
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a choice made in a situation in which no other options were available

Ex: The professor gave students a Hobson's choice for the final project: complete an extensive research paper or receive a failing grade.
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to hustle
[Verb]

to convince or make someone do something

Ex: The charity organizer hustled volunteers to participate in the community event .
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incisive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her incisive commentary on current events provides valuable insights into political and social issues .
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inconclusive
[Adjective]

not producing a clear result or decision

Ex: The results of the experiment were inconclusive, requiring further testing to reach a clear outcome .
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indecisive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He remained indecisive about quitting his job , torn between stability and pursuing his passion .
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inflexible
[Adjective]

reluctant to compromise or change one's attitude, belief, plan, etc.

Ex: Despite the new evidence presented , he remained inflexible in his opinion .
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in a way that gives someone an advantage over something or someone

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

Ex: Whether you choose the blue shirt or the red one, it's six of one, half a dozen of the otherthey both look equally good on you.
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I am easy
[sentence]

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

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