electives

noun

plural of elective
1
as in courses

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2
as in options

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electives
  1. courses
  2. options
  3. classes
  4. appointments
  5. seminars
  6. favorites
  7. clinics
Noun
  • Between courses, a master cooper treated us to a fire-barreling demonstration, unleashing tall jets of flame that shot to the ceiling and filled the air with the aroma of charred oak.
    — Justin Meneguzzi, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Residents complained about teenagers popping wheelies through shopping centers, blowing stop signs, weaving around pedestrians and treating greenways like race courses.
    — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
Definition of courses
Noun
  • In contrast, 529s offer more investing options and withdrawals for qualified expenses are tax free.
    — Medora Lee, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Grab this gorgeous burgundy color or opt for five other options, including animal print and neutral tones.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Definition of options
Noun
  • But at its best, this push to immediately bring back these tests is a disservice to both the mission of our public universities and the remaining classes of kids who lost learning during the pandemic.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • The classes are a part of the city’s ongoing efforts to train residents in different areas under their Miami Gardens City University programming, which provides educational opportunities for residents to earn a trade and get workforce training.
    — Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Definition of classes
Noun
  • Pet owners can make appointments online, and all procedures will be performed by a licensed veterinarian, according to a press release.
    — Mary Ella Hastings July 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
  • These interim appointments can be extended by the National Assembly for an additional 90 days.
    — Regina Garcia Cano, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of appointments
Noun
  • The atmosphere was not much better in my upper-level seminars.
    — Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
  • They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 28 June 2026
Definition of seminars
Noun
  • Despite entering the match as overwhelming favorites, Argentina is approaching the match cautiously.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • Hanging baskets brimming with geraniums, begonias, petunias, and other summertime favorites can liven up front porches, patios, and balconies with fantastic color.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Definition of favorites
Noun
  • On Friday, Bass and Solis also announced an extension of multiple community mobile health clinics this weekend and next week in partnership with community health providers for those affected by the fire.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 4 July 2026
  • So Well Self-storage, plumbing and heating outfits, dental and veterinary clinics, insurance brokers, car dealerships, debt collectors, the firms that manage your block of flats.
    — Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of clinics
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