1
as in choice
the act or process of selecting
the election of a major is something that every college student has to do at some point
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as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
at the country inn, breakfast in bed is entirely at the election of the guest
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Recent Examples of election
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra has made an employer charge part of his election platform.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
With the June 18 election of former Manchester Mayor (and next Prime Minister) Andy Burnham in Manchester-adjacent Makersfield, standing next to him on the conference center stage was none other than Count Binface.
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Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Popular support for that cause has waned in the years since — as reflected in the results of recent regional and municipal elections in Barcelona and Catalonia.
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Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
The way Republican candidates for the office are being shot down even before the primary, let alone the election, the need for a viable candidate is urgent.
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Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
2 July 2026
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
With the June 18 election of former Manchester Mayor (and next Prime Minister) Andy Burnham in Manchester-adjacent Makersfield, standing next to him on the conference center stage was none other than Count Binface.
—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Popular support for that cause has waned in the years since — as reflected in the results of recent regional and municipal elections in Barcelona and Catalonia.
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Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
The way Republican candidates for the office are being shot down even before the primary, let alone the election, the need for a viable candidate is urgent.
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Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
2 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for election
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Miltos’ Greek Table at Andronis Luxury Suites is the Oia choice for travelers who want romance.
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Vic makes some baffling choices here, buzzing in twice on the first word in the series without hearing the rest, and getting eliminated from multiple rounds five seconds in.
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With retail prices starting around $19,000 for entry models and climbing past $100,000 for advanced ones, rentals offer a more accessible option.
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Shop the comfortable, chic outfit-polisher in five color options, plus more Italian leather flats under $100.
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Vance is considered one of the potential frontrunners for the Republican nomination in 2028.
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Four Democrats battled for the Democratic nomination for attorney general.
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The bomb-throwing influencer Kat Abughazaleh, 27, won the portions of that district in Chicago’s North Side lakefront neighborhoods, but suburban votes gave savvy Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss the win.
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Sanchez, boosted by voters from Peru’s rural regions, led the race earlier in the count and also won votes cast within the country by a slim margin.
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James is an unrestricted free agent and the early timing of his decision allows the Lakers to approach free agency, which officially began Tuesday afternoon, with an almost clean slate.
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Gaines said the decision felt like the culmination of the last several years of her life, but also a reminder of how far the debate had moved.
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Ahead, everything to know about this beachside favorite, along with refreshing ways to style this timeless look all summer long.
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Still, the way the ordinance is worded also prohibits teaching yoga for free, Pease pointed out.
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The camp included 24 prospects, including invitees and draft picks in previous seasons, along with this year’s selections.
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The Sharks on June 17 acquired Kesselring, 26, and the 27th overall pick in this past weekend’s draft for the 20th overall selection.
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“Election.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/election. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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