Below you will find one of the uses of the phrasal verb 'opt for' which you are likely to find used in the Cambridge Advanced exam.

In addition to the meaning/definition, you will also find two examples of it being used with this meaning (to help you better understand its use and the context it is used in).

In order to remember this use, make sure to make an example in your own words with the phrasal verb.

Use

To choose one out of a number of possible different options.

"Which car did you buy?"
"I liked them all, but I OPTED FOR the Ford in the end. It looks better than the Fiat or the Toyota."

I do really like the red dress, but it's very expensive. So, I am going to OPT FOR the blue dress instead. Where can I pay for it?

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