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  1. Is there a difference between "select" and "selected"?

    In the given context, 'select' is correct. There is a difference, but the incorrect use of 'selected' is widespread, so much so that many believe both are correct, some even think 'selected' is correct.

  2. word choice - Selected among, out of, from, or from between?

    Aug 2, 2018 · Selected among, out of, from, or from between? Ask Question Asked 7 years, 3 months ago Modified 7 years, 3 months ago

  3. The difference between “elect" and "select" [closed]

    Oct 16, 2013 · What is the difference between “elected” and “selected”? When something is selected there is only one determinate factor and that is "choice". When something …

  4. meaning - What does "selected for" mean in this sentence?

    Aug 16, 2017 · The sentence is: "Dreams were selected for during evolution to help us survive." When I was translating it, I couldn't understand the use of 'for' here. Would the sentence mean …

  5. logic - Is there a difference between "being selected" and "being …

    In my mind, the term pre-selected, aside from its implicit implying that the selection process is a multistage one, gently stresses that the selection in the first round is not a definitive result, …

  6. word choice - "Unselect" or "Deselect"? - English Language

    Mar 29, 2011 · If I want the user to revert their operation of selecting an item, should I say: "Unselect the option" or "Deselect the option"?

  7. word choice - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Feb 17, 2011 · These two words are often used interchangeably and the greatest difference I can find between the two is "choose" for choosing multiple items from a set, and "select" for …

  8. is vs was vs has been - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    0 "Is selected" describes the state he is in. "Selected" can be an adjective, so that is grammatical but it's not very idiomatic. "He is short-listed for the job" would be fine, though. "Was selected" …

  9. A term for a set of which at most one element has to be selected

    Apr 11, 2022 · The reason for this is that in the same paper, there is also another type of set (of which at least one has to be selected). Therefore, I need to give both these sets a name.

  10. articles - 'Are you sure you want to delete selected items OR the ...

    Mar 18, 2019 · You'll need to complete a few actions and gain 15 reputation points before being able to upvote. Upvoting indicates when questions and answers are useful. What's reputation …