to decide not to choose a particular option
决定不选择特定选项 (jueding bu xuanze teding xuanxiang)
"After considering the risks, the company opted against the merger."
"在考虑了风险之后，公司选择反对合并。" (zai kualve le fengxian zhihou, gongsi xuanze fandui hebing)
to make someone feel happier or less sad
to remain emotionally firm despite difficulties
to spend or distribute money, especially large amounts
to clearly explain what you expect from others
to use past successes as a foundation for further progress
to present new ideas to a specific audience
