we decide to adopt vs we are deciding to adopt

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'We decide to adopt' is a simple statement of a decision made in the past, while 'We are deciding to adopt' indicates an ongoing process or decision-making happening in the present.

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we decide to adopt

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a decision made in the past.

This phrase is used to state a decision that has been made in the past. It is a simple declaration of a choice or action taken.

Examples:

After much consideration, we decide to adopt a puppy.
We decide to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle.
They decide to adopt a child from a different country.

Alternatives:

we decided to adopt
we have decided to adopt
we made the decision to adopt

we are deciding to adopt

This phrase is correct and is used to indicate an ongoing process or decision-making happening in the present.

This phrase is used to express that a decision is currently being made or a process of decision-making is ongoing. It implies that the final decision has not been reached yet.

Examples:

We are deciding to adopt a child, but we haven't finalized our choice.
They are deciding to adopt a new policy for the company.
She is deciding to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

Alternatives:

we are in the process of deciding to adopt
we are currently considering adoption
we are in the midst of deciding to adopt

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we decide to adopt vs we are deciding to adopt