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select

[si-lekt] / sɪˈlɛkt /




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"We're always following players and we have conversations about that. Of course, players know where they stand and why we would select them or not," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

A select number of companies have been given access to Claude Mythos Preview in a partnership called Project Glasswing.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

As Maine voters of both parties select their nominees this week, candidates across the political spectrum are demonstrating just how deeply ranked choice voting has become woven into the state’s politics.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

By plans laid ahead of time, most caravan vehicles detoured around the party while select caravan cars followed a police escort through the action.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

To do this, you must select “Declare This Book” before you download its clue.

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman




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