as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
the chosen few who are invited to a gathering at the CEO's house at the end of the year
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as in choice
a person or thing that is chosen
of the five sons in the family, he was his father's chosen and thus showered with attention and special gifts
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as in picked
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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as in wanted
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in decided
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
chose to write on a controversial topic for the local newspaper
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Recent Examples of chosen
Charley Locke, Vox, 12 Aug. 2024
However, surprises do happen, as evidenced by Beckwith’s recent state GOP convention upset over gubernatorial candidate Mike Braun’s chosen lieutenant governor pick, Julie McGuire.
—Hayleigh Colombo, The Indianapolis Star, 9 July 2024
Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, leaders are responsible for getting to the best answer for customers, regardless of whose original idea is chosen.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Often, that means chosen family: lifelong friends, neighbors, partners.
—Charley Locke, Vox, 12 Aug. 2024
However, surprises do happen, as evidenced by Beckwith’s recent state GOP convention upset over gubernatorial candidate Mike Braun’s chosen lieutenant governor pick, Julie McGuire.
—Hayleigh Colombo, The Indianapolis Star, 9 July 2024
Verb
Hopper has chosen a diverse program for the Chorale.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Ultimately, leaders are responsible for getting to the best answer for customers, regardless of whose original idea is chosen.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chosen
Adjective
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The selected poet will get the opportunity to perform their work for 15 minutes in front of festival-goers at the event, held at the University of Southern California campus on Saturday, April 26 or Sunday, April 27.—
Fidel Martinez,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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The selected artist will have the opportunity to create a special photography project to be published in the print edition of Vogue Ukraine in 2025.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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There were some bad choices and some unfortunate deaths.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Chris Perkins' final NFL mock draft: Dolphins make the obvious choice . . .—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Horton decided to talk on the record, in part because she's left the legal profession.—
Carrie Johnson,
NPR,
1 Mar. 2025
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The Eastern Conference front-runners split their four-game season series, with all four decided by seven points or fewer.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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Shortly after, a select number were removed by Trump.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
Noun
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This shift ensures that an organization does not just hedge its risks but actively places calculated asymmetric bets on the future.—
Esade Business & Law School,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Place a $10 bet in select states or wager up to $1,500.—
Mark Weinstein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The high school graduate opted to pivot away from her scientific inclinations.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Jaguars opted to pay Dyami Brown $10 million over one season, and that can increase to $12 million with incentives.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These aspects include your preferred level of control, risk tolerance and industry-specific experience.—
Raheel Sheikh,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Kounde reverted to his preferred centre-back position but did not perform well in a chaotic season for Barca.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Police determined that Brown's DNA matched the DNA found on the noose, according to a forensic report issued on March 10.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
25 Mar. 2025
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Researchers determined the rankings in this category based on metrics like inclusivity, community well-being, elderly care, healthcare quality, and equitable access to safe environments.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Chosen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chosen. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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