chosen

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Florida was chosen because of its frequent thunderstorms, which seemed ideal for the study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

If you believe the official line, Pope Leo XIV is the direct successor to St. Peter, Jesus Christ’s chosen representative of his church on Earth.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

But they failed to ask why only 20 airports—less than 5% of U.S. commercial service airports—have chosen to enroll in the SPP over the past two decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

A landmark is a landmark because it tells you that you’re home now — the piece of earth you’ve chosen to inhabit saying, “You’ve made it back, congratulations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

She’s chosen three entries, but she’s most excited about the third one.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison