elect
Произношение: [ɪˈlɛkt]
Слово
Контекст: «decision-making»
(verb) to choose someone for a job or position by voting. It's like when a group of people picks someone they think will do a good job.
Пример
The students elected a new class president last week.
Пример
They did not elect anyone because no one wanted the position.
Пример
Who are you going to elect as the captain of the team?
Контекст: «preference»
(verb) to choose something from a group of options. It’s like when you decide what game to play or which ice cream flavor you like best.
Пример
I elected to go to the park instead of the mall today.
Пример
I didn't elect to join the soccer team because I prefer basketball.
Пример
What did you elect to do on your day off?
Контекст: «status»
(adjective) referring to someone who has been chosen for a specific position but has not started the job yet. It’s like when you get picked for a role but have not started it.
Пример
The newly elected mayor will start working next month.
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The elected representative has not yet taken office this year.
Пример
When will the elected officials begin their duties?
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