as in selecting
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
I've elected to study French as my foreign language
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Recent Examples of electing
Spain has been one of Israel's staunchest critics, electing to withdraw its ambassador to the country last month in protest of its actions in the Middle East.
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Nbc News, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
Waukesha, a historically Republican-leaning Milwaukee suburb, is electing a new mayor.
—New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
As the whole country would eventually realize, Florida got it wrong that November by electing Bondi.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Democrats onstage were repeatedly challenged and at times interrupted by Republican candidates who argued that electing another Democratic governor would bring more of the same problems to the region.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Work began on logistics, everything from license plates and a flag to electing the new legislative assembly.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic has been suspended for one game, to be served Monday against the Washington Wizards, the NBA announced, electing not to rescind the Slovenian star’s 16th technical foul Saturday afternoon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Democrats' 2026 comeback could be spoiled by California electing a Republican governor as two GOP candidates lead in recent polls.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Tarrant County Democrats shocked the country by electing union leader and aircraft mechanic Taylor Rehmet to the state Senate, Talarico said.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
Nbc News, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
Waukesha, a historically Republican-leaning Milwaukee suburb, is electing a new mayor.
—New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
As the whole country would eventually realize, Florida got it wrong that November by electing Bondi.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Democrats onstage were repeatedly challenged and at times interrupted by Republican candidates who argued that electing another Democratic governor would bring more of the same problems to the region.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Work began on logistics, everything from license plates and a flag to electing the new legislative assembly.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic has been suspended for one game, to be served Monday against the Washington Wizards, the NBA announced, electing not to rescind the Slovenian star’s 16th technical foul Saturday afternoon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Democrats' 2026 comeback could be spoiled by California electing a Republican governor as two GOP candidates lead in recent polls.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Tarrant County Democrats shocked the country by electing union leader and aircraft mechanic Taylor Rehmet to the state Senate, Talarico said.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electing
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The findings suggest restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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On Monday, the Project Runway star opted for a different shimmering silhouette, selecting a burgundy frock covered in clear sequins.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 Apr. 2026
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Some of Coachella’s most elite attendees won’t spend their day at the actual festival, choosing instead to hop between the many exclusive day parties, powered by brands like Revolve.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Eyewear today balances practicality with style, allowing wearers to refine their look while choosing frames that reflect their everyday style.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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So is picking our favorite food, movies, sports and almost anything else where our individual preferences don’t always align with that of others.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Rather than picking a fight with the White House, Blanco said, the judges are letting the top prosecutor fall on his face.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Electing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electing. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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