Decision making phrases: Here are some decision making examples that are used when talking about making a choice or reaching a decision.
- After weighing my options, I’ve decided to work freelance. (Weigh your options: Consider which is the best choice.)
- Both boxers are in excellent condition. It's a toss-up which of them will win. (toss-up:The choice between two equally-good options.)
- He convinced/persuaded me to…
- He mulled over several options before making a decision. (Mull over something: Think carefully before making a decision.)
- I can’t make up my mind.
- I changed my mind.
- I wanted an apartment, but on second thoughts, I prefer to have a garden.( Have second thoughts: Change your mind after more thought.)
- I was going to go sailing but I changed my mind when I saw the weather. (Change your mind: Change your decision)
- I’ll take that into consideration.
- I’m debating between… [option A and option B]
- I’m having second thoughts. (= I’m reconsidering my decision)
- I’m on the fence. (= I’m in the middle, I don’t know what to decide)
- I’ve made up my mind, I’m going to accept the offer. (Make up your mind: Definitely decide on something.)
14. I'm in two minds about whether or not to accept the offer. ( Be in two minds: Be undecided or unsure about what to do) - It’s up to you. (= You can decide)
- Looking back, I know it was the right decision.
- On the other hand…
- Sally has often toyed with the idea of moving abroad, but she's still here!. (Toy with an idea: Consider something without giving it serious thought.)
- Take time to think about it. Snap decisions are not always the best. (Make a snap decision: A quick or hasty decision without taking the time to think it over.)
- The candidates have very similar ideas which is why so many electors are still on the fence. (Be on the fence: Have not yet reached a decision)
- The job is good but the salary is low. I'm in a quandary about what to do. (Be in a quandary: Find it difficult to decide what to do)
- The offer sounds good, but keep your options open until you're sure it's the best choice. (Keep your options open: Postpone making a decision so that you can choose among several possibilities)
- They weighed the pros and cons of the school before enrolling their children. (Weigh the pros and cons: Consider the advantages and disadvantages.)
- This is our final proposal – take it or leave it. (Take it or leave it:You must decide now whether you accept or not.)