Example Sentences

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Rashford knows Tuchel has faith in his ability - he is selecting him for starters - but the warning is clear.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

The key is selecting a gift anyone might like — something useful and a bit whimsical, like a 3-pound pail of fancy sea salt or a box of pickle bandages.

From New York Times • Dec. 10, 2022

The jury, led by Julianne Moore, is selecting the winners from 23 films in competition that included many Oscar hopefuls.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2022

The 2015 law establishing the details of the Low or No Emission program leaves room for discretion when the transportation secretary is selecting which projects to fund.

From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2021

Perhaps I talk with one who is selecting some choice barrels for filling an order.

From An English Grammar by Sewell, James Witt