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opt for meaning and examples

2025-09-21

Meaning

  • Opt for means to choose or decide to do something, especially when there are several possible options.
  • It suggests making a preference or selection.

Grammar and Usage

  • Part of speech: Phrasal verb (intransitive, but usually followed by an object).

  • Structure:

    • opt for + noun/gerund (choose something or decide on an action).

Examples:

  • "opt for a healthier lifestyle"
  • "opt for staying at home instead of going out"

Common Phrases

  • Opt for simplicity
  • Opt for comfort
  • Opt for an alternative
  • Opt for staying in
  • Opt for change

Collocations

  • Verb + for + noun/gerund

    • opt for convenience
    • opt for safety
    • opt for a solution
    • opt for working remotely

Examples

  1. Many people opt for public transportation to avoid traffic.
  2. She opted for a salad instead of a burger.
  3. They decided to opt for a smaller apartment to save money.
  4. When in doubt, I usually opt for simplicity.
  5. He opted for staying at home rather than going to the party.
  6. Customers often opt for brands they trust.
  7. The committee opted for delaying the project.
  8. She always opts for comfort over style.
  • Choose
  • Decide on
  • Select
  • Go for
  • Pick

Antonym

  • Reject
  • Decline
  • Pass up