decide between
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: to choose one of (two choices) : to make a choice between (two choices)
Voters must decide between the two candidates.
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Starting with a layer of refried beans and topped with a spicy sour cream mixture, a heaping pile of guacamole, salsa, cheese, lettuce, and homemade pico de gallo is added for a flavorful yet achievable dip.
Can't decide between onion dip and cucumber salad?
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Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
If his jumper continues to improve, defenders will be forced to decide between properly closing out and potentially being blown by or giving cushion and then perhaps giving up an easier look at a triple.
—Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 18 June 2025
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Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
If his jumper continues to improve, defenders will be forced to decide between properly closing out and potentially being blown by or giving cushion and then perhaps giving up an easier look at a triple.
—Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 18 June 2025
Happy Joe’s: Can't decide between a burger and pizza?
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 27 May 2025
Ooni Karu 2 Pro Ooni Karu 2 $799 $639
Amazon
$799
Ooni
Can’t decide between the ease of gas and the smoky flavor of wood?
—Jeff Akin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for decide between
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“Decide between.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decide%20between. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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