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choose
/tʃuːz/
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1 · verb
To decide on one option from two or more possibilities.
从两个或更多可能中决定采用一个。
The forms are choose, chose, chosen; 选择 may take a noun or an action.
Please choose a task that fits your schedule.
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Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
请选择一项适合你时间安排的任务。
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Your current device will speak after you click; voices can differ by device.
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2 · verb
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
选；择
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We chose to travel by high-speed rail to a nearby city this time.
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我们这次选择坐高铁去邻近的城市。
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选择 — To decide on one option from two or more possibilities.