Bet and Option

Bet

Bet noun - A person or thing that is chosen.

Usage example: your best bet would be the scenic route along the coast

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Option and bet are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Option" instead a noun "Bet".

Nearby Word: betting

Option noun - Something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment.

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Bet and option are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bet" instead a noun "Option". informal substitute

Nearby Words: opt, optional, optionally, opting, optionee

good	good bet	good option
best	best bet	best option
better	better bet	better option
similar	similar bet	similar option
Other adjectives: right, certain, original, correct, reasonable, single, likely, dangerous, bad, easy, final, worst, next, last.

Synopsis'': After Buttercup loses a bet with Him that will forfeit her soul, Bubbles begs Him for another option.

Source: Fanfic Recs / The Powerpuff Girls
The best bet is literally to sit as far away as possible and rocket spam them, which isn't always an option.

Source: Boss in Mook Clothing
Death is often a popular option, due to being a somewhat safe bet to make an impact while not requiring being totally original.

Source: Dying for Symbolism

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