Personal property, typically in law
“A chose in possession is a thing of which the owner has actual enjoyment. a chose in action is a thing of which a person has not the present enjoyment, but merely a right to sue to recover it (if withheld) by commencing an action, and protected by the law.”
To have picked one option over another
“You can choose any dish you like from the menu.”
To have cited or referenced
“He would choose several quotes from Martin Luther King to incorporate into his speech.”
To have appointed a person to a position
(choose to) Past tense for to reach a decision or recommendation
“After much deliberation, we would choose to buy a new home.”
(choose to) Past tense for to desire a course of action
“You're more than welcome to stay for dinner should you choose to.”
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