as in selecting
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
I've elected to study French as my foreign language
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Recent Examples of electing
As the whole country would eventually realize, Florida got it wrong that November by electing Bondi.
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Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Democrats onstage were repeatedly challenged and at times interrupted by Republican candidates who argued that electing another Democratic governor would bring more of the same problems to the region.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Work began on logistics, everything from license plates and a flag to electing the new legislative assembly.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic has been suspended for one game, to be served Monday against the Washington Wizards, the NBA announced, electing not to rescind the Slovenian star’s 16th technical foul Saturday afternoon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Democrats' 2026 comeback could be spoiled by California electing a Republican governor as two GOP candidates lead in recent polls.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Tarrant County Democrats shocked the country by electing union leader and aircraft mechanic Taylor Rehmet to the state Senate, Talarico said.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
But in December, Pritzker put $5 million into a super PAC largely aimed at electing Stratton.
—ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The tournament has already featured its share of drama both on the field and off, with reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal electing to depart Team USA after only one appearance.
—Andy McCullough, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
The Democrats onstage were repeatedly challenged and at times interrupted by Republican candidates who argued that electing another Democratic governor would bring more of the same problems to the region.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Work began on logistics, everything from license plates and a flag to electing the new legislative assembly.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic has been suspended for one game, to be served Monday against the Washington Wizards, the NBA announced, electing not to rescind the Slovenian star’s 16th technical foul Saturday afternoon.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Democrats' 2026 comeback could be spoiled by California electing a Republican governor as two GOP candidates lead in recent polls.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Tarrant County Democrats shocked the country by electing union leader and aircraft mechanic Taylor Rehmet to the state Senate, Talarico said.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
But in December, Pritzker put $5 million into a super PAC largely aimed at electing Stratton.
—ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The tournament has already featured its share of drama both on the field and off, with reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal electing to depart Team USA after only one appearance.
—Andy McCullough, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electing
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The Duchess opted for another look from the designer on day three of her and Prince Harry's visit to Colombia, this time selecting an easy-breezy matching top and skirt.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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This is why selecting the appropriate size and style of area rug for your room is crucial.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
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Sleep divorce simply means couples choosing to sleep in separate beds or bedrooms.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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These funky new qLDPC codes come in many forms, and choosing which one to use typically involves a tradeoff.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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The 6-foot-1 guard followed up his 36-point night against the Hawks by picking the Hornets apart with paint jumpers, going 8-for-10 in the paint with just one shot inside the restricted area.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Even if the Broncos trust Dobbins to become durable, picking his successor is logical.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Electing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electing. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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