election vs first choice

election

noun
  • An option that is selected. 

  • In Calvinism, God's predestination of saints including all of the elect. 

  • The choice of a leader or representative by popular vote. 

  • A process of choosing a leader, members of parliament, councillors, or other representatives by popular vote. 

first choice

noun
  • The most suitable and most optimal choice. 

  • The prime cut. 

  • The one with the highest ranking. 

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