selective

Example Sentences

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Instead, Mr. Capron kept their demonstrations selective: “they do not mean to give any public exhibitions …” only, “private investigations of scientific persons and friends.”

From Literature

It means they are more selective about how they spend their time.

From The Wall Street Journal

“AI disruption will not be linear,” they added, arguing that investors will need to be selective and look for potential AI winners across a variety of sectors.

From Barron's

“Investors are increasingly selective about the impact of AI on various business models, and we are unlikely to see the end of this anytime soon.”

From Barron's

Live Nation’s results arrive even as consumers stay selective on spending elsewhere, as they grapple with higher prices.

From MarketWatch