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as in courses
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as in options
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electives
Noun
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Over the 18 courses, diners will move from a welcome drink to a cold counter, for raw delicacies, to the hot counter, which will serve up dishes like tamal de mar, which includes Hokkaido uni, salsa verde de quelites, hoja santa chlorophyll, and jocoque.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
11 Jan. 2026 -
The service was impeccable—our water glasses were always full and the timing of our courses was excellent.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Save on luxe organic cotton, breathable eucalyptus Tencel, and silky sateen options starting at just $45.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2026
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The University of Minnesota, meanwhile, informed its 50,000-plus students that there could be online options for some classes when the new term starts next week.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2026
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Four Democratic-Farm-Labor Party lawmakers who chair state Senate education committees cited Minneapolis Public Schools canceling classes and extracurricular activities last week after federal agents reportedly clashed with students and staff during Roosevelt High School’s dismissal on Wednesday.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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Currently, says Wiesner-Smillie, the center has 122 volunteers but looking to add another 25 weekly tutors for its ESL program and for classes that prepare men and women for their naturalization tests.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This personalized service provides one-on-one guidance throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, helping families schedule appointments, coordinate care, find resources, and navigate insurance questions.—
MemorialCare Medical Group,
Oc Register,
10 Jan. 2026
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The impact is that many patients will have to wait for appointments at other providers, while others won't have access at all.—
Lauren Linder,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Special guests and experts will lead seminars on fishing, gardening and cooking on three separate stages.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Jan. 2026
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The event is part of the Northwest Health HealthyU series, a community program that provides free seminars on various health and wellness topics.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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Keep scrolling for my ten favorites and thank me later.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Keep scrolling to shop my favorites starting at $30.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Thru-hiking clinics appeal to those dreaming of tackling long-distance trails like the Appalachian Trail.—
Bill Bootz,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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That’s similar to tests performed at hospitals and health clinics.—
Matthew Perrone,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Electives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electives. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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