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as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a slew of options that would add several thousand dollars to the base price of the car
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as in choice
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you will have the option to select one of several quite different health insurance plans
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Recent Examples of option
Young has $95 million remaining on his deal that runs through the 2026-27 season, which includes a player option this offseason.
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Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Now, a lot of these folks going to The Milestone may want an analog option as well?
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
All of these vaccine-preventable illnesses can lead to severe infections or death and have limited to no treatment options.
—Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 7 Jan. 2026
Still, the 15-year option represents a real interest-savings opportunity for borrowers who currently have mortgage rates in the high 6% range or higher.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for option
Noun
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Perhaps her greatest accessory of all time, the 2026 version was ultra-sleek with a left side part and a strand of hair hanging down in front of her face.—
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The look was made modern by a simple black manicure—nail artist Tom Bachik used Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Le Diable en Chanel—the perfect accessory to her feathery black and cream off-the-shoulder dress.—
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For a more specialized fit, the Petite Wide-leg Pants are an excellent choice for shorter shoppers, while the Curvy Wide-leg Pants are just as comfortable and flattering (and on sale for almost $40 off).—
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This is evidence that color drenching is a more recent design choice and might not be timeless.—
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However, the appliance’s internal temperature was too warm at 50 degrees.—
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The work triangle has origins dating back to the 19th century, but in a space that now serves diverse purposes and is filled with technology and appliances that didn’t exist when it was created, is the kitchen work triangle still relevant?—
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Schutz Tyche Cow-Print Loafers Durable leather loafers are the best alternative to flats in the slushy winter months, and this Schutz cow print pair will make for a chic pop of print.—
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The battery is made from abundant, geopolitically safe materials, avoids rare elements, and is claimed to cost less than lithium-ion alternatives.—
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Another Florida Lotto game add-on is EZmatch for $1 per play.—
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There are also add-on options that allow hopping between parks on the same day ($40 more per ticket), plus access to a Disney World water park or golf course for $35.—
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This is partly due to personal preference, but leaving plants standing through winter also helps certain plants grow better and even provides perks to local wildlife.—
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Staff greet returning guests by name and remember preferences without prompting.—
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On Friday night the Supreme Court granted the request to block full SNAP payments as the case works its way through the courts.—
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And the biggest November snowfall ever recorded in the city is 12 inches, all the way back in 1895.—
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“Option.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/option. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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