elective
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Farren said there would "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, of outpatient appointments and elective care" but patient safety would "still be prioritised".
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026
In focusing on elective abortion procedures, the court didn’t address all procedures for terminating a pregnancy.
From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026
An elective share refers to the minimum amount that a spouse may inherit in the absence of prenup or postnup.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
He says he has zero interest in the presidency or any other elective office.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
“We arranged for Petra to have a mythology elective as she’s nearly thirteen.”
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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