selectively

Definition of selectivelynext

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Recent Examples of selectively Hollister selectively mines its past while Abercrombie keeps moving away from it. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 Rather than imposing more punitive rules on all shoppers, however, retailers should identify high-risk returns and apply additional verification selectively to protect the customer experience for the vast swathe of legitimate patrons. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026 The answer is using the technology selectively and intelligently. — Alex Nazha, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026 In laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), a 3D printing method, a laser selectively melts layers of metal powder to form complex internal passages and cavities. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026 Brown liner, matte finishes, smoky eyes and frosted color are being pulled forward selectively, with softer edges and modern technique giving those familiar looks another life in 2026. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026 The point is that Le Batard has selectively cherry-picked those deals to construct an argument about racial bias that doesn't withstand even modest scrutiny. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2026 The network also has argued that the FCC is selectively enforcing the rule, as its January guidance did not address talk radio, where conservative hosts routinely feature political candidates, including Talarico’s Republican opponent, Ken Paxton. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for selectively
Adverb
  • In addition to reform laws, some state supreme courts interpret the eminent domain provisions of their own state constitutions more restrictively.
    — Aaron Walayat, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
  • Countering these threats with missiles is restrictively expensive, requiring a cheaper alternative ASAP.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026
Adverb
  • The state should have to individually make cases to collect the money rather than automatically applying liens.
    — Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • An exploitable attack path may consist of findings that would not individually justify an emergency fix but collectively provide access to business-critical systems and data.
    — Taylor Morgan, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Adverb
  • Tinubu’s then-employers at Mobil Oil told investigators his treasurer role did not involve moving large sums and that the company never authorized him to hold its funds personally.
    — Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The payouts combine unpaid overtime, reimbursement for housing illegally deducted from their pay and hefty damages personally sought by investigating Prosecutor Paolo Storari, Brigatti said.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026

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“Selectively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selectively. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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