selective

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In this case, an "and" logic gate ensures that the drug activates only when both cancer markers are present, making the treatment highly selective.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

The broad selloff may be followed with some selective buying later on.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

That same year, then-President Ronald Reagan, who had initially campaigned against the reinstated selective service, decided he would keep it.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

With less free time, we tend to become more selective about who we share it with, focusing on the most meaningful connections.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Golomb, by contrast, tries to be more selective.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell