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selected

Pronunciation: [/sɪˈlɛktɪd/]

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selected: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use selected in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “choice”

(adjective) chosen out of a group because it is the best or most suitable. It's like when you pick your favorite toy or the best player on your team.

Example

She was a selected candidate for the scholarship.

Example

He was not one of the selected finalists for the competition.

Example

Who are the selected students for the school assembly?

Context: “choose”

(verb) to choose someone or something from a group because they are the best or most suitable. It's like when you choose who you want to play with on the playground.

Example

The coach selected him to be the team captain.

Example

They did not select him for the role because he lacked experience.

Example

Who will you select as your partner for the project?

How to pronounce selected

Pronunciation: [/sɪˈlɛktɪd/]

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