selected few vs few select

Both 'selected few' and 'few select' can be correct, but they are used in different ways. 'Selected few' is more commonly used and refers to a small group of people or things that have been chosen or picked out. On the other hand, 'few select' is less common but is used to describe a small number of specifically chosen people or things.

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Last updated: September 11, 2024

selected few

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a small group of people or things that have been chosen or picked out.

Examples:

The selected few who made it to the final round were extremely talented.
Only a selected few were invited to the exclusive event.

Alternatives:

chosen few
handpicked few
elite few
special few
exclusive few

few select

This phrase is correct but less common in English.

This phrase is used to describe a small number of specifically chosen people or things.

Examples:

The few select items on the menu are always in high demand.
Only a few select individuals were granted access to the top-secret files.

Alternatives:

select few
handpicked few
elite few
special few
exclusive few

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