Plus the fact that I will decide on my own. vs Plus the fact that I will decide for myself

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Plus the fact that I will decide on my own' is commonly used when emphasizing the decision-making independence of the speaker. On the other hand, 'Plus the fact that I will decide for myself' is more commonly used to emphasize the personal agency of the speaker in making a decision.

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Plus the fact that I will decide on my own.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to emphasize the decision-making independence of the speaker.

This phrase is used to emphasize that the speaker will make a decision independently, without influence from others.

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The fact that a state cannot decide on such a measure, but only the Union, is a plus.
The fact that I signed the Treaty does not mean that I will influence the decisions of the two chambers of the Czech Parliament, which are autonomous and free and will decide for themselves.
I will decide on this issue in a few hours.
I think I will decide on what is enough.
And then you and I will decide on the appropriate punishment.
I think I will decide on that.
I came to you because I thought you were respected the fact that I wanted to do this on my own.
I am taking advantage of the fact that I have not been silenced to add a quick question of my own.
Then we are in recess until tomorrow at 10, when I will decide on this case a second time.
Because I will not be defined by the fact that I'm pregnant.
I have resigned myself to the fact that I will never sleep again.
I want to draw Members' attention to the fact that I will be distributing that article today for their information.
Therefore, I will not conceal the fact that I have asked the government to postpone this operation.
Except for the fact that I will be picking up Mike Bell because I have number one priority on the waiver wire.
As much as I want to go on living, I have accepted the fact that I will die soon.
Mr President, I will not conceal the fact that I am disappointed by both the statements we have heard.
Mr President, I will not hide from you the fact that I have some anxieties about the future of our European schools.
I will not conceal the fact that I am also overcome by a certain wistfulness.
Can I straightaway apologise for the fact that I will not be able to stay for the whole of this debate.
However, I will not conceal the fact that I am concerned about the imminent local elections in May.

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plus the fact that I will make my own decision.

Plus the fact that I will decide for myself

This phrase is correct and commonly used to emphasize the personal agency of the speaker in making a decision.

This phrase is used to emphasize that the speaker will make a decision based on their own judgment and preferences.

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The fact that I signed the Treaty does not mean that I will influence the decisions of the two chambers of the Czech Parliament, which are autonomous and free and will decide for themselves.
With all due respect, I will decide for myself what needs to be scratchedand when.
I can't figure out how to let go of the fact that I feel hatred for myself and others.
Because I will not be defined by the fact that I'm pregnant.
I have resigned myself to the fact that I will never sleep again.
I want to draw Members' attention to the fact that I will be distributing that article today for their information.
Therefore, I will not conceal the fact that I have asked the government to postpone this operation.
Except for the fact that I will be picking up Mike Bell because I have number one priority on the waiver wire.
As much as I want to go on living, I have accepted the fact that I will die soon.
Mr President, I will not conceal the fact that I am disappointed by both the statements we have heard.
Mr President, I will not hide from you the fact that I have some anxieties about the future of our European schools.
I will not conceal the fact that I am also overcome by a certain wistfulness.
Can I straightaway apologise for the fact that I will not be able to stay for the whole of this debate.
However, I will not conceal the fact that I am concerned about the imminent local elections in May.
I will not conceal the fact that I consider the opening of accession negotiations with Turkey to be in itself a fundamental mistake.
Let me see everything so that I can decide for myself.
I speak not only for myself but also for my group when I say that I regret the fact that it has not been possible to come to a compromise beforehand between the groups on the issues raised by this proposal.
I would like to draw attention to the fact that Member States must decide for themselves what constitutes a legal strike pursuant to their legislation.
And now that I know how serious the both of you are, I will respect the fact that your place is here with my husband.
Or the fact that I will fight for you every day?

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plus the fact that I will make my own decision.

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Plus the fact that I will decide on my own. vs Plus the fact that I will decide for myself