1
as in choices
a person or thing that is chosen
our selection was the third entrant in the dog show
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2
as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
the inn's table d'hôte is excellent, but there's very limited selection
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3
as in samplings
a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole
a selection of the company's latest line of products for display at the trade show
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Recent Examples of selections
The Charlotte City Council favored Democrats, developers, men and Black leaders in its finalist selections for the new countywide transit authority board.
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Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
Nelson and Ketcham were all-conference selections.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
The New York Mets extended the qualifying offer to Díaz, which means landing him would cost the Yankees their second- and fifth-highest selections in the 2026 draft, as well as $1 million from their international bonus pool for the upcoming signing period.
—Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
Modern technology means quicker elevators for courthouse visitors Central control pads by the elevators are designed to make trips more efficient by routing the smallest number of stops based on floor selections.
—Douglas Hanks
november 10, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2025
Real and senior outside hitter Memphis Burnett were All-CIF Division 2 selections last year.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
He's won one MVP, three World Series, three Cy Young awards, a Gold Glove, and received 11 All-Star selections in his Hall of Fame career.
—Aaron Coloma, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
The selections for the Red Sea Competition, focused on films from the Arab world, Africa and Asia, as well as for the Special Screenings, Arab Spectacular and International Spectacular sidebars were also revealed.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
New Orleans is expected to receive fourth- and fifth-round selections in next year's NFL draft as part of the deal.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
Nelson and Ketcham were all-conference selections.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
The New York Mets extended the qualifying offer to Díaz, which means landing him would cost the Yankees their second- and fifth-highest selections in the 2026 draft, as well as $1 million from their international bonus pool for the upcoming signing period.
—Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
Modern technology means quicker elevators for courthouse visitors Central control pads by the elevators are designed to make trips more efficient by routing the smallest number of stops based on floor selections.
—Douglas Hanks
november 10, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2025
Real and senior outside hitter Memphis Burnett were All-CIF Division 2 selections last year.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
He's won one MVP, three World Series, three Cy Young awards, a Gold Glove, and received 11 All-Star selections in his Hall of Fame career.
—Aaron Coloma, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
The selections for the Red Sea Competition, focused on films from the Arab world, Africa and Asia, as well as for the Special Screenings, Arab Spectacular and International Spectacular sidebars were also revealed.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
New Orleans is expected to receive fourth- and fifth-round selections in next year's NFL draft as part of the deal.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for selections
Noun
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Those policy choices have contributed to declining aquifers and greater vulnerability when rainfall is insufficient.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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People are acting entirely too entitled to information about each other's private reproductive choices.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The interior designer’s Wayfair rug collection with Loloi includes so many options in neutral shades and subtle patterns that complement a variety of home styles, including modern, farmhouse, and traditional aesthetics.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Despite these real dangers, our law enforcement shows incredible restraint in exhausting all options before force is escalated.—
James Hill,
ABC News,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Oysterville Sea Farms is the place to see the best oyster beds and watch the boats come in and out and Goose Point Family Farm and Oystery offers samplings and oysters for purchase.—
Noreen Kompanik,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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The activation extends throughout Grand Central with its Grand Brasserie and Campbell restaurants offering samplings and bottle engravings with purchase at Central Cellars.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Outside of a few ironic comments, there was effectively no talk about bets or spreads or parlays throughout the entire eleven innings.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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Jupiter always takes big swings and makes huge bets to win large.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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On the day of the crash, the FBI collected pictures of the car’s exterior, paint samples and other evidence, according to an affidavit filed by the Justice Department.—
Omar Jimenez,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Their knack for samples, melodies, and sculpting moments of bliss is intoxicating.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Selections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selections. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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