decide on
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle on
Meanings
Make a final choice about something
Why “on”? After considering the options, the mind makes one choice.
“At the shopping centre cafe, Maya decided on three shops for her trip with Leo.”
“They decided on the blue sofa.”
“We decided on the small venue.”
“The office team decided on Leo's job after Maya explained the project plan.”
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agree on
Same on pattern: decision
Reach a shared decision about something
pass on
Same on pattern: decision
Give something to another person; Politely refuse an offer; Die, used as a polite expression
settle on
Same on pattern: decision
Reach a final decision after considering options
sleep on
Same on pattern: decision
Wait until the next day before deciding; Ignore or miss a good chance while it is available
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