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select

[si-lekt] / sɪˈlɛkt /




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General manager Les Snead has never been shy about attempting to trade up to select a desired player or back to acquire more draft capital.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

“We see the opportunity for not just growth stocks like the Mag-7 cohort to rebound, but also the potential for rallies in certain value stocks, particularly in select financials and consumer discretionary names,” he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Between 45 and 60 satellites will be needed to enable continuous satellite-internet coverage across select markets, including the U.S. and Japan, according to the company.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

Foreign Affairs select committee chair Dame Emily Thornberry has invited Sir Olly to give evidence on Tuesday next week, the second time he will have been quizzed about his involvement in the Mandelson scandal.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

This is where the official Warcross teams select the players who will be on their teams for this year’s games.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu




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