Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with decision in American Collocation
decision
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
difficult
We have some very tough decisions to make.
good or correct
This was definitely the right decision.
poor or wrong
One bad decision was swiftly followed by another.
important
Within the company there are likely to be several people involved in any key decisions.
based on good information
University league tables assist students to make informed decisions about where to study.
made quickly
Plan ahead and don’t make snap decisions.
made by everyone or most people
The jury’s decision was unanimous.
done deliberately
It was a conscious decision to take control of her life.
that people disagree about
This controversial decision led to much protest.
Expect to see significant policy decisions in this area.
make a decision
It didn’t take long to make the decision to retreat.
influence a decision
When considering a planning application what affects the decision?
give reasons for a decision
Whatever method is chosen, the trustees must be able to justify their decision if challenged.
say or do what you have decided
The committee will announce the decision to the parties at the end of the hearing where possible.
think again about a decision
I invite you to reconsider your decision.
change a decision
This decision was overturned by the Court of Appeal.
try to change a decision
If your application is unsuccessful, you can appeal against the decision.
when you do not make a decsion until a later time
It was agreed to defer a decision on this issue until after Christmas.
agree with a decision
Following the result of the ballot, it is clear that the majority do not want to strike, and we accept their decision.
when you have to make a decision
I faced an agonizing decision.