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tentative decision

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Definitions

1. tentative decision
2. unofficial offer (esp. job offer)

This noun refers to an informal or provisional job offer given to a student before they officially graduate, common in Japan's job-hunting culture. It indicates that a company has decided to hire someone, though the formal contract comes later.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The provisional acceptance notice from the other party is expected to arrive sometime next week.

Sentence 2

We'll be asking those who've received offers about their department preferences in advance.

Sentence 3

Getting a job offer really hits you with joy and anxiety all at once!

Sentence 4

This matter is still at the provisional stage, so please keep it confidential.

Sentence 5

Hmm, even with an offer in hand — are you really ready to work there?