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elective

[ih-lek-tiv] / ɪˈlɛk tɪv /


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"We've had no problem covering the rotas and I'm confident we'll be able to provide safe care and the majority of our elective care during the strike as well."

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Harris, who is the author of “Slave Play,” has other elective affinities.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Washington state does not provide an elective share for the surviving spouse, so married couples automatically retain their half of the community property.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

The busiest time for elective surgeries in the winter shifts slightly by region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

“You said the science elective is supposably really hard. I heard you.”

From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio




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