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as in accessories
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 choices
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 options
Save on luxe organic cotton, breathable eucalyptus Tencel, and silky sateen options starting at just $45.
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2026
The University of Minnesota, meanwhile, informed its 50,000-plus students that there could be online options for some classes when the new term starts next week.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
Luckily, Amazon’s limited-time deals offer plenty of options within that range.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
The incident led Minneapolis Public Schools to close temporarily and offer students remote learning options.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
Were there better options than shooting to kill Renee Good?
—Gwen Faulkenberry, Arkansas Online, 15 Jan. 2026
Mayor Bill Wells agreed, and said the city would rather spend their funds on treatment and enforcement options.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
Through Chapter 11, the business will seek to reorganize its debts and explore strategic options that could include new investment, asset sales or a potential buyer, according to court filings.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The only other in-park lodging options are the Long Pine Key and Flamingo campgrounds.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for options
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Reviewers have also stashed their tech accessories in the puffy bag.—
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The travel accessories and gear that stood out to me were the ones that consistently made travel easier— whether that meant getting better sleep at 30,000 feet, packing smarter to prepare for tight turnarounds, or staying comfortable through airport marathons and long-haul stretches alike.—
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Although you might be tempted by the tile choices below at a showroom or based on one square sample, interior designers say these five can be overwhelming when used wall-to-wall or on both the walls and the floor.—
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In Wilkens’ case, state filings opposing relief repeatedly emphasized her procedural and strategic choices in presenting evidence, arguing that any failure to establish causation rested with her rather than the court or the statute.—
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True Caliber is noting the rise of under-counter appliances, such as their single- or dual-tap beverage dispenser, which can be configured for beer or cold brew.—
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Even though the stove is usually the most dangerous area of the kitchen, Kight said that too many appliances plugged in can also pose a risk.—
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The wine industry has been struggling for the past few years and many are leaning into providing alternatives to get more people into their tasting rooms.—
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Driving is the easiest way to get there, but if that’s not an option, there are alternatives.—
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Families or groups of people with different interests can visit and pursue activities that match their preferences and comfort levels.—
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Neither drink is proven better for gut health, so the best choice depends on your taste preferences and dietary needs.—
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This may seem counterintuitive, but the key is that ‘cozy’ is addressed in various ways throughout the home, not that every element is done in excess.—
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Because there are many different ways to make money outside of a traditional job, there are several types of 1099 forms.—
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“Options.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/options. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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