chosen

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The name Israel was chosen, in 1948, as it was the ancient biblical name of the Jewish people and the kingdom associated with the land.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

In fact, other than Schwarzenegger, who prevailed in an unprecedented recall campaign, every candidate following Reagan has successfully run for statewide office at least once before being chosen governor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Bashir had played only six first-class matches for Somerset when he was chosen to make his debut for England as a 20-year-old on the tour of India in 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The unique role came with a bonus: "Being chosen by Lego to have your own little action figures... for them to make that was pretty special."

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

I’d been surprised to find it was a mixed group because Klenam only hung out with girls, but she told me they’d chosen their members because each was the best at a different subject.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo