Elect and Recognize

Elect

Elect verb - To decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities.

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Recognize and elect are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Recognize" instead a verb "Elect".

Nearby Words: election, elected, elective, electing, elector

Recognize verb - To have a clear idea of.

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Elect and recognize are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Elect" instead a verb "Recognize".

When the heroes consciously recognize a trap when they see one, but elect to walk into it anyway.

Source: Trap Is the Only Option

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