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have elected

  • present perfect of elect.

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While Luna's paw print has no legal standing, the gesture holds sentimental value, and more than 50 Ecuadoran couples have elected to get married in front of their dogs and cats since May.

From Barron's Jul. 12, 2026

There’s this assembly of experts, 88 senior Shiite clerics who have elected themselves, but they choose who the supreme leader is, right?

From Slate Mar. 11, 2026

For better or worse, the Padres have elected a proactive approach.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 1, 2025

"They have elected Democrat new members of the Congressional Black Caucus," Jenkins said.

From Salon Mar. 11, 2025

“No, Monsieur. It is only chance. It just happens that many people have elected to travel tonight.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie