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Definition of selectively adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

selectively

adverb
 
/sɪˈlektɪvli/
 
/sɪˈlektɪvli/
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  1. in a way that affects or involves only a small number of people or things from a larger group
    • The product will be selectively marketed in the US (= only in some areas).
    • The cattle have not been selectively bred for beef or milk.
  2. in a way that shows care being taken about what or who is chosen
    • Academia must engage with the media selectively and on its own terms.
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