as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
the chosen few who are invited to a gathering at the CEO's house at the end of the year
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as in choice
a person or thing that is chosen
of the five sons in the family, he was his father's chosen and thus showered with attention and special gifts
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as in picked
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
choose a computer that best suits your needs
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as in wanted
to see fit
you can wear whatever you choose to the party
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as in decided
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
chose to write on a controversial topic for the local newspaper
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Recent Examples of chosen
A.l. Bardach, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Dec. 2023
With its chosen catalyst, the system could produce oxygen from the Martian materials at around minus 37 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the chemical reaction could be feasible on the cold Martian surface.
—Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023
Javier Hasse, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Foxx was one of the members chosen to tally the votes.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Laurie’s self-care was miserly but her affection for chosen friends was reckless and extravagant.
—A.l. Bardach, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Dec. 2023
With its chosen catalyst, the system could produce oxygen from the Martian materials at around minus 37 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the chemical reaction could be feasible on the cold Martian surface.
—Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023
Verb
In 2020, she was chosen as Queen Zulu, a title steeped in cultural and historical significance.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Foxx was one of the members chosen to tally the votes.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chosen
Adjective
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The selected artist will have the opportunity to create a special photography project to be published in the print edition of Vogue Ukraine in 2025.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
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After the automatic and selected protections, the Rapids had to leave five current players vulnerable to the newest MLS club: Andreas Maxsø, Daniel Chacón, Nate Jones, Jasper Löffelsend and Omir Fernández.—
Braidon Nourse,
The Denver Post,
10 Dec. 2024
Noun
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From the venue choice to the music and accessories, the entire setup exuded UFO corporate vibes.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
27 Jan. 2025
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Her base coat of choice is Malava Mava-White Optical Nail Whitener, which doubles as a treatment for dull and discolored nails.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The starters essentially got a half-day, with the game all but decided midway through the second quarter.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Port Police crisis team responded, Cooper said, and eventually decided to send the passenger to the hospital for evaluation.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Get excited for spring by shopping Coach Outlet’s new arrival section for purses, wristlets, wallets, and tote bags while select items are on sale for up to 70 percent off.—
Carly Totten,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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Support In a meeting with the U.S. House of Representatives' select committee on China earlier this week, McCourt and his co-bidder Kevin O'Leary received assurances that lawmakers on both sides of the U.S. political aisle are committed to ensuring a qualified divestiture.—
Krystal Hu,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Will the total money bet on this Super Bowl break the mark set last year?—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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Read more Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Spark Engagement Rumors After the Chiefs’ Big Win Everybody’s placing bets…on a potential engagement.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Zara opted for a polished monochromatic look in one of this year’s trending colors, burgundy.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
26 Dec. 2024
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But the reality was that choices were constrained, communication was sparse and most employees opted for the same plan year after year.—
Tim Pratte,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure, the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index, rose at a 2.3 percent annual rate in the fourth quarter, up from 1.5 percent in the previous quarter and exceeding the Fed's 2 percent target.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Also, it has been reported that the San Antonio Spurs are Fox’s preferred trade destination.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The victims include 84 males, 85 females and 10 whose gender could not be determined, CNN reported.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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On the other hand, the Giants, who only a decade ago completed an astonishing run of three World Series championships in five seasons but have seen postseason play only twice since, will be determined to improve on their mediocre 80-82 record of last season.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Chosen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chosen. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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