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elect

[ih-lekt] / ɪˈlɛkt /


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Companies can elect to pass on to consumers the higher shipping and energy costs, but they also risk losing customers.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

On the first day of parliamentary business since last week's election, members will also vote to elect a new presiding officer, Holyrood's version of the speaker.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Many active funds elect to take on slightly more risk with a portion of the portfolio.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Come November, voters could elect the first female governor in state history, or possibly the first Latino governor in more than 150 years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Mr. Osterveen suggested a second meeting to elect officers and to come up with a new name for the club.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez




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