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elective

[ih-lek-tiv] / ɪˈlɛk tɪv /


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Farren said there would "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, of outpatient appointments and elective care" but patient safety would "still be prioritised".

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

In focusing on elective abortion procedures, the court didn’t address all procedures for terminating a pregnancy.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

Exxon has said it isn’t adopting any elective provisions of the Texas corporate statute that weaken shareholder rights.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

At the same time, I know this is an elective procedure and not medically essential.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

The ninth resolution read: “Resolved, that it is the duty of the women of this country to secure to themselves their sacred right to the elective franchise.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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