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
PC Magazine, 12 Oct. 2025
He was selected as a first-round, fifth-overall pick by the New York Jets in the 2009 NFL Draft.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 12 Oct. 2025
Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2025
Grab them in person or select same-day delivery via the Target app.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025
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Verb
PCMag editors select and review products independently.
—PC Magazine, 12 Oct. 2025
He was selected as a first-round, fifth-overall pick by the New York Jets in the 2009 NFL Draft.
—Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The movie is currently playing in select theaters in honor of the milestone anniversary.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2025
Grab them in person or select same-day delivery via the Target app.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for select
Verb
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While the right technique for cutting can go a long way, nothing will have quite as much impact on the longevity of your blooms than choosing the right time to hit your garden with a bucket of lukewarm water and your sharpest shears in hand.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 Oct. 2025
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In Pullman’s world, evil is overcome by people choosing truth over lies, action over apathy and empathy over hate, every single day.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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According to the report, more than two-thirds of the stakeholders GAO interviewed reported challenges with warehouses, truck areas and roadways at selected airports, which can be a major supply chain detriment since air cargo spends 80 to 90 percent of its time on the ground.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
24 July 2025
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Lauren James, England’s most explosive attacking player, was a doubt to be among the selected 23 because of a hamstring injury.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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And while the color itself is a mix of almond milk and espresso, Steinfeld also opted for an elegant mid-length almond shape, adding a second meaning to the moniker.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
18 Oct. 2025
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This gorgeous 55x21x100-inch arbor is a West Elm best-seller thanks to its elegant design and sturdy wrought iron frame.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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People saw this strange-looking rock and tried to pick it up, but none could until this innocent little boy succeeded, delivering it to authorities.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Oct. 2025
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The New England Patriots’ TreVeyon Henderson, picked 38th, is averaging seven carries per game.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The preferred web destinations are the brands’ own e-flagships.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Check out our preferred accessories so your good coffee turns into great coffee.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Plockton This exquisite one-bedroom cottage is set within the grounds of Preston Hall estate, just 12 miles from Edinburgh’s city center.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
12 Oct. 2025
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Cooper as an actor has always been adept at comedy, and here in the standard best friend supporting role, exhibits again some exquisite timing, as does the wonderful Day, who memorably nails her all too brief few scenes.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
11 Oct. 2025
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Crybaby is another Pop Mart favorite, easily recognizable by its big eyes, puffy cheeks, and of course, stream of tears.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
16 Oct. 2025
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Politicians sometimes do silly things to draw attention to their favorite issues.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
16 Oct. 2025
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Sea star wasting disease is a rare example of a fast and coordinated response to a marine epidemic.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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One rare occasion was when the trio came together for Apple's societal debut at Le Bal des Débutantes in Paris last year.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Select.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/select. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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