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
Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
No longer in majority elective power in Washington, climate extremists are clearly trying every trick in the book to undercut America’s dominance, while attempting a mammoth money grab.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Operational adjustments may include replacing some electives with credential-earning courses or making Physical Education an after-school activity, freeing up resources for credentialing efforts.
—Scott White, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Drinan served for 10 years before Pope John Paul II demanded that all priests withdraw from elective politics.
—Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
No longer in majority elective power in Washington, climate extremists are clearly trying every trick in the book to undercut America’s dominance, while attempting a mammoth money grab.
—Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Noun
The two courses are not AP classes, Purcell said, but rather one-semester social studies electives available to students in grades 10-12.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Operational adjustments may include replacing some electives with credential-earning courses or making Physical Education an after-school activity, freeing up resources for credentialing efforts.
—Scott White, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elective
Adjective
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Media partners see revenue shares ranging from 35 to 55 percent, along with optional setup fees and GDPR-compliant privacy protections.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Diners can also add on an optional wine pairing for an additional fee.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
23 June 2025
Noun
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As a refresher, too much exposure to the sun's rays can result in long-lasting damage, leading to concerns like sun spots, skin sagging, fine lines and wrinkles, and so on.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
11 June 2025
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To make ordering worthwhile, get dad a few bottles and a measured chemist’s glass to dispense said refresher from his own bar.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
5 June 2025
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Injuries have mounted, the options available to Chivu were limited.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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There’s also the option of buying several MLPs at once with a fund.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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In recent days, the U.S. began pulling some diplomats from Iraq’s capital and offering voluntary evacuations for the families of U.S. troops in the wider Middle East.—
Christopher Bodeen,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Four trans service members who are now in the process of separating said nothing about their decisions feels voluntary at all.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Barring a completely unforeseen change of course, Flagg will be drafted by the Dallas Mavericks with the No. 1 overall pick.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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That said, your relaxation journey begins upon entering the establishment, where customers are greeted by ultra-chic black and white designs—with a touch of sparkle, of course—that perfectly reflect Kimble’s personal style.—
Akili King,
Essence,
25 June 2025
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The program began as a set of executive coaching and self-help seminars, which counted Richard Branson and BET co-founder Sheila Johnson among its early clients.—
Jessica Sager,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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They're not overly explained or turned into a seminar, which is a blessing these days.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
Noun
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Denmark was the first foreign market, but the device is now being adopted in clinics across France, Italy, Spain, Greece, the Netherlands, and the UK.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Charlene was absent from Monaco for much of 2021 and early 2022, staying first in South Africa and then at a clinic in Switzerland, recovering from what Page Six and other outlets reported was a long illness and exhaustion.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
18 June 2025
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Offer kids safe spaces for expression, such as art classes, digital storytelling, journaling, or DIY projects.—
Dia Gallo,
Parents,
17 June 2025
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The area features houses, wooded areas and wetlands, and its inhabitants are mostly working class residents.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 June 2025
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“Elective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elective. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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