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We conducted a secondary analysis of survey ( n\u2009=\u2009203) and interview data ( n\u2009=\u200930) on male partner\u2019s experiences accompanying abortion recipients at two family planning clinics in Chicago, Illinois. Respondents identified reasons for abortion from a prepopulated 14-item list. We correlated reasons with respondent\u2019s abortion preference and decision satisfaction, characterizing this relationship via thematic analyses of interview transcripts. Nearly all men (97.5%) identified multiple reasons for abortion (median: 6\/14), including: mistimed pregnancy (80%), impact on his\/his partner\u2019s education\/career (75%\u201380%), and finances (71%). Neither individual reasons nor number of reasons was significantly associated with abortion decision preference or decision satisfaction. While 41% would not have chosen abortion, only 10% reported dissatisfaction. Men\u2019s perception of decision concordance with their partner was significantly linked to their satisfaction ( p &lt; .01). Thematic analysis highlighted complex partner involvement, including shared and deferred decision-making and tension amid demonstrated support. Many abortion-accompanying men preferred to continue the pregnancy, yet very few reported dissatisfaction with the ultimate decision, which may be related to perceived decision concordance with their female partner. 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