1
as in choice
the act or process of selecting
his selection of a running mate was a long, tedious affair
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2
as in bet
a person or thing that is chosen
our selection was the third entrant in the dog show
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3
as in option
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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as in sampling
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 selection
From that selection of near-winners, fans will vote on their favorite secret menu drink, and the champion will get the $25,000 grand prize.
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Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 14 July 2025
Here’s a selection of ten of those stunning photographs.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
The Royals added another prep prospect with their PPI selection.
—Kansas City Star, 14 July 2025
The White Sox at 32-65 are struggling in last place of the AL Central and also had zero all-star selections for the 2025 All-Star Game.
—Devon Henderson, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
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Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 14 July 2025
Here’s a selection of ten of those stunning photographs.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 July 2025
The Royals added another prep prospect with their PPI selection.
—Kansas City Star, 14 July 2025
The White Sox at 32-65 are struggling in last place of the AL Central and also had zero all-star selections for the 2025 All-Star Game.
—Devon Henderson, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for selection
Noun
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But, for a minimalist, display-worthy option, this one’s a great choice.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Its delightfully airy open floor plan was a bold choice when it was completed, at a time when contemporary house design favored a maze of walls and rooms.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
Noun
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So, those wanting to hedge their bets and increase their chances of landing a blue-collar job may wish to look at general maintenance and repair jobs.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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That was the case last summer, too, but the Pacers new outlook actually makes a development bet make more sense now.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The Colorado college town beat out Cincinnati and Salt Lake City after the festival brass started exploring relocation options in 2024, with Boulder chosen for its mountain views reminiscent of Park City’s own as well as its vibrant arts community.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
14 July 2025
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Some analysts have argued the GENIUS Act could make stablecoins a more trustworthy option among new investors, as stablecoins account for a potential $238 billion market, according to CoinDesk.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Yeah, her interior voice is like an endless sampling of everything around her.—
Jane Ciabattari
July 8,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
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This article will be updated once RT posts its reviews that has a large enough sampling for the site to publish its Critics Consensus.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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If the mayor and his bloc won’t act, voters will in the next election.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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Turkish voters punished him and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) in local elections last year.—
Jesse Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
Noun
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But there’s also enough of a sample size, defender Chris McVey said, to believe last week’s lapses were merely a one-off.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Specifically, the suit says that a sample of Casamigos Blanco contained just 33 percent ethanol derived from agave, and a sample of the Reposado expression contained about 42 percent ethanol derived from agave—levels that fall below the 51 percent that is required even for a mixto.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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“Selection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selection. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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