By choice

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adverb

Done because you want to, not because you need to.

He lives alone by choice, not because he has to.
Visual representation of "by choice" - done because you want to, not because you need to

Often appears as...

  • live by choice
  • work by choice
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Personal Preference

Use 'by choice' when expressing someone's personal preference or decision.

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She became a vegetarian by choice.
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Not Forced

'By choice' suggests there's no external pressure or obligation involved in the decision.

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He's staying late at the office by choice.
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Emotional Tone

Saying 'by choice' can carry a tone of pride or satisfaction with the decision made.

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She's single by choice and very happy.
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