elected

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It had pushed for a revision in favour of the vice-president being jointly elected with the president, rather than appointed.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Unlike Nigeria's 36 states, the FCT has no elected governor.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In a republic, the noun, supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, constrained by law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Bianco’s tenure as elected sheriff may not last forever.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

In the conflict between Glanvill and Webster the Society hedged its bets; Webster, however, was never elected a fellow.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton