as in to choose
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
selected only two people out of 300 applicants for the summer internship
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as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
the company claims to use only select beans to make its coffee
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
select fabrics that the shop makes into expensive suits for its well-heeled clientele
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Recent Examples of select
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2024
Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
In actuality, they are developed to benefit a select few.
—Michelle Benegas, Twin Cities, 1 Nov. 2024
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Democrats in the House are growing concerned that the chamber may not have a speaker selected before Congress is tasked with certifying the 2024 election results.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2024
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The jewelry is crafted from 14k gold and select styles are accented with white diamonds.
—Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
In actuality, they are developed to benefit a select few.
—Michelle Benegas, Twin Cities, 1 Nov. 2024
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Workout: Ruck for a total of 20 to 30 minutes, choosing a route with hills.Alyssa Ages, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Dave Jones, a former insurance commissioner in California, said some commissioners fear that stricter enforcement could drive companies out of their states, leaving their constituents with fewer plans to choose from.Max Blau, ProPublica, 14 Nov. 2024
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The selected poet laureate will be notified in March 2025.Asher Price, Axios, 3 Oct. 2024
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McCormick and the selected lieutenant governor candidate will face the Republican ticket of Sen. Mike Braun and Micah Beckwith in November. Between the lines: The more interesting race is the one to take on incumbent Attorney General Todd Rokita.Arika Herron, Axios, 11 July 2024
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The food at the elegant Waterside Restaurant, whose walls, carpets and curtains are appealingly decorated with wavy designs, is top-notch.James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent can turn any living space into an elegant oasis — even if it’s decorated with Legos.Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Sharks’ prospect pool was also largely devoid of high-end talent, with the organization trading away multiple first-round draft picks throughout the 2010s for short-term solutions to keep the championship window open.Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Rachel picks Caroline, and Genevieve goes with Sue, while Lavos Teeny and Sol stick together, and macho men Kyle and Gabe team up.Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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After peaking in June 2022 at an annual rate of 7.88%, the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of price increases, the PCE Index, has shown significant progress.Jill Schlesinger, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The filing also details various financial agreements, including the issuance of convertible promissory notes and exchange agreements to reclassify notes into preferred shares.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Carmello, a three-time Tony nominee, delivers an exquisite performance, equal parts gawky and wise, a tender-hearted girl feeling every slight but also always slightly above the fray.Karen D'Souza, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Mind Games came onto the scene with a roar, introducing 10 exquisite extraits with its Artisan Collection.Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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On an afternoon when sophomore Nunu Agara stuffed the box score, compiling 16 points, nine rebounds, three blocks, two steals and two assists, Stanford easily handled Gonzaga, the preseason favorite to win the West Coast Conference.Justice delos Santos, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Send any news, comments, Federal Reserve governor career advice, and your favorite Formula 1 swear words to talk@qz.com.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Because of its class-leading functionality, polish, and usability, Photoshop earns a rare five-star rating and our Editors' Choice award.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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An historic drought is fueling a rare November wildfire in the Northeast.Elizabeth Both, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
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“Select.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/select. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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