Plump for

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Careful Selection

Used when a decision is made after thinking carefully, not spontaneously or impulsively. Slide

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. Slide

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. Slide

Between two job offers, she eventually plumped for the one closer to home.

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