as in optional
subject to one's freedom of choice
a plastic surgeon who mainly does face-lifting and other kinds of elective surgery
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as in refresher
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as in option
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Recent Examples of elective
CNN, 13 Jan. 2025
In 2017 alone, more than 1.4 million Americans traveled for elective surgeries, ranging from rhinoplasties to dental procedures to tummy tucks.
—Keydra Manns, Essence, 20 Mar. 2025
Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
The board approved Bates’ recommendation for a total of 24 credits, with three each in math and science, four each in social studies and English, two in physical education, one in fine arts and seven in electives.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Dignity Health, another large health system, said some of its hospitals were operating on generator power due to high winds, and some, including Glendale Memorial Hospital, had canceled elective surgeries.
—CNN, 13 Jan. 2025
In 2017 alone, more than 1.4 million Americans traveled for elective surgeries, ranging from rhinoplasties to dental procedures to tummy tucks.
—Keydra Manns, Essence, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
After graduating, Michael spent five years teaching fifth grade social studies and 12th grade humanities electives.
—Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
The board approved Bates’ recommendation for a total of 24 credits, with three each in math and science, four each in social studies and English, two in physical education, one in fine arts and seven in electives.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elective
Adjective
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The experiment failed, largely because paying into the fund was optional, and employers dropped out, often to undercut their competitors.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
31 Mar. 2025
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Ensure that new or enhanced features are backward compatible and are optional and easy to adopt.—
Henry Helgeson,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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So there’s no time like the present for a refresher on getting allergy relief.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2025
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The starry revival currently at the Palace Theatre offers a refresher — though not necessarily deep feelings of purpose or clarity.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Apr. 2025
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Trusted resale sites like StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats usually have plenty of options (and with surprisingly affordable prices).—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
9 Apr. 2025
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But top online sportsbook BetOnline offers Masters Props and specials with group betting options on golfers by country, former Masters champions, top LIV Golfer along with top left-handed golfer, with odds below along with (odds) to win the Masters.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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What's Being Recalled And Why The voluntary recall was initiated by Cabot’s parent company, Agri-Mark, Inc., on March 26, 2025, after internal testing detected elevated levels of coliform bacteria.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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After an open letter announced the move on March 25, the card count occurred on Wednesday, followed by voluntary recognition from management the same day.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
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In reality, of course, much of our history does not follow this story.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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All that, of course, after the six-year, $210 million offseason commitment to free agent right-hander Corbin Burnes, who struck out eight in 4 2/3 innings but was not involved in the decision in his first start Tuesday, a 7-4 victory over the New York Yankees.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The fellowship program allows participants to be mentored by an Academy members and have access to networking and seminars.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2025
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Educational workshop: The Poway Chamber of Commerce will host a virtual interactive seminar on marketing and how to generate extraordinary results at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 25.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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Join interactive Pro clinics led by our Pros Carter Worth, Dan Niles, and Dan Ives, with a special edition of Pro Talks with Tom Lee.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2025
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Also used by Turkish clinics is Direct Hair Implantation (DHI).—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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Mount Dora Christian Academy 4 Weight classes (first place & locals in top 5): 119 – 1.—
Steve Gorches,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Apr. 2025
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In that light, Judges presiding over class action matters must take special care to ensure the settlement is fair to the class members.—
Joe Sabin,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Elective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elective. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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