Used when a decision is made after thinking carefully, not spontaneously or impulsively. He listened to all the pitches but plumped for the most detailed plan.
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Slight Preference
Indicates a mild or moderate preference for one option over others, rather than a strong or obvious choice. I wasn't sure which ice cream to get, so I just plumped for chocolate.
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Conversational Tone
Mostly used in casual or conversational contexts, and less commonly in formal writing. Between two job offers, she eventually plumped for the one closer to home.