willfully opt for
[/ˈwɪlfəli ɑpt fɔr/]
verb phrase
optar deliberadamente por; escolher intencionalmente
1. to choose something intentionally and with full awareness, often implying a conscious decision despite alternatives
She willfully opted for a career in arts despite her family's pressure to pursue medicine.
Ela optou deliberadamente por uma carreira nas artes apesar da pressão da família para seguir medicina.
2. to deliberately select a course of action with awareness of consequences
He willfully opted for early retirement to spend time with his children.
Ele escolheu intencionalmente se aposentar cedo para passar tempo com seus filhos.
This phrase emphasizes personal agency and conscious decision-making, values highly respected in both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, it's often used in contexts involving career choices, lifestyle decisions, and social stances. In the US, it frequently appears in legal, ethical, and personal development discussions, often carrying the weight of personal responsibility.
NYC Slang
choose to go with something on purpose; pick something intentionally
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