as in to choose
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
selected only two people out of 300 applicants for the summer internship
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as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
the company claims to use only select beans to make its coffee
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
select fabrics that the shop makes into expensive suits for its well-heeled clientele
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Recent Examples of select
Alexis Berger, SELF, 2 May 2025
Adaptive Noise-Cancelling and Secure Fit Users can select advanced ANC levels based on the physical fit of the earbuds and the surrounding conditions.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
In select regions, F1 TV Pro subscribers can tune in for live coverage on any device, along with the opportunity to catch up on full session replays and highlights afterward.
—Yara Elshebiny, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Verb
All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors.
—Alexis Berger, SELF, 2 May 2025
Adaptive Noise-Cancelling and Secure Fit Users can select advanced ANC levels based on the physical fit of the earbuds and the surrounding conditions.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Adjective
SpaceX is bringing its free Starlink dish offer to the US, but only in select states.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2025
In select regions, F1 TV Pro subscribers can tune in for live coverage on any device, along with the opportunity to catch up on full session replays and highlights afterward.
—Yara Elshebiny, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for select
Verb
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The wide availability of options allows men to choose the approach best suited to their individual needs.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission first recommends candidates for new judicial vacancies to the president, who can choose to nominate them as judges.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The selected poet will get the opportunity to perform their work for 15 minutes in front of festival-goers at the event, held at the University of Southern California campus on Saturday, April 26 or Sunday, April 27.—
Fidel Martinez,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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The selected artist will have the opportunity to create a special photography project to be published in the print edition of Vogue Ukraine in 2025.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The food, elegant and plated with conviction, has shades of both French and Italian influences, and the wine list is among the best in the Queen City.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
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Some people prefer more minimal styles and want a midi dress that’s simple and elegant and easy to accessorize.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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Musical fans will likely have a bone to pick with you, though.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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The Costas’ method for picking a retirement spot was distinctly personal.—
William P. Barrett,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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That Formula One race fed right into Colorado’s preferred style.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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The walk into the arena, her preferred seat in the locker room.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Rod is yet another exquisite entry on his résumé of ultraentitled, deeply insecure men.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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On Mother’s Day, mom can enjoy limited-time menu items including an exquisite chuyu tataki to start, featuring sushi-grade tuna with a Quechua curry crust, paired with a fresh mango and avocado salad and drizzled with a coconut-aji vinaigrette ($34).—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
3 May 2025
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The bookies’ favorite for this year’s race is Journalism, trained by Michael McCarthy, at 3-1.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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Melania Trump to make rare appearance to unveil Barbara Bush stamp.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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The news is a rare bright spot for the U.S. travel industry.—
Kevin Ryan,
Quartz,
9 May 2025
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“Select.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/select. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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