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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2
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
Those who are more hardline, such as Machado, believe in more aggressive political action – such as mass mobilization and protests – and have less faith in elections, while moderates like González lean toward taking advantage of any political openings that exist, including elections.
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Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Health care coverage and affordability have become politically potent issues in the run-up to November’s midterm elections.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
But the reality is election-year politics and a funding holdup by Democrats and a small number of Republicans are perhaps responsible for bringing us to this point.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
In Palm Beach County, Republicans sought to mobilize opposition to the devices in 2024, and citing unverified claims of potential election shenanigans, sought to convince people not to use them.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2026
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Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Health care coverage and affordability have become politically potent issues in the run-up to November’s midterm elections.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
But the reality is election-year politics and a funding holdup by Democrats and a small number of Republicans are perhaps responsible for bringing us to this point.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
In Palm Beach County, Republicans sought to mobilize opposition to the devices in 2024, and citing unverified claims of potential election shenanigans, sought to convince people not to use them.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for election
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The cow or chicken choice seemed rather crucial at the time.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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In this regard, recommendations of top Wall Street analysts can help investors make the right choice, as these experts assign buy ratings after a thorough analysis of a company's fundamentals and its ability to consistently pay dividends.—
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CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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Specialty shops, coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants could share 200 acres of trails, pocket parks, wooded landscapes and a lazy creek with a combination of residential options.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The summer season will surely attract more families with young kids, but unlike other New England coastal destinations, the main draw in Mystic is not the beach—though there are a few solid options for sun and sand nearby.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement Across the aisle, the prospect of Paxton winning the GOP nomination has galvanized Democrats—who face a head-vs-heart choice between two rising liberal stars.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
10 Feb. 2026
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Folks who drafted Andrivka were no doubt disappointed when the film failed to pick up an Oscar nomination, so these 30 points will be something of a balm.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Senate already voted to stop tariffs on Canada and Brazil, and tariff critics are rooting for the House to quit blocking those proposals from getting a vote.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Per California law, the top two vote-getters advance to the general election, regardless of party.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Concerned about safety risks and environmental damage, the Blue Mountains City Council temporarily closed access to the rock last month while officials work on a long-term plan — a decision that has prompted debate among residents, conservationists and local businesses that depend on tourism.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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In a 2014 editorial, the Times argued the federal ban on the drug should be repealed, and the decision should be left up to the individual states.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Why Madagascar hissing cockroaches are actually romantic Naming a roach for Valentine’s Day is a great gag, but also these critters are capable of hissing their way into your heart.—
Emma Gometz,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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But the way the investigation is being carried out is leaving people with some doubts.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Feb. 2026
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Included in their selection, though, is bottled Pilsner, white wine, prosecco, Weinschorle (a German wine spritzer), the odd and intense combination of prosecco and Red Bull, and of course, your standard house/well cocktails.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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The festival opened with Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat’s No Good Men, following a female camerawoman navigating life and work in Kabul — a selection with an unmistakable geopolitical echo.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Election.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/election. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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