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selected

v.
A2 Elementary US //səˈɫɛktɪd// UK //sɪlˈɛktɪd// se·lect·ed

v. to choose someone or something from a group because they are the best for a task.

v. to choose from a number of alternatives based on specific criteria or preference. Transitive — requires a direct object.


SIMPLE

The manager selected three players for the national team.

CONTEXTUAL

After reviewing dozens of applications, the committee selected the most qualified candidate for the position.

COMPLEX

The software automatically identifies and highlights the most relevant data points, allowing the user to have selected the necessary parameters before the final report is generated.

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The verb is transitive and takes a direct object; often used in the passive voice in formal contexts.

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