deselect
/ˌdiːsɪˈlɛkt/
verb
- To remove a mark or highlight from something that was previously chosen, especially on a computer or electronic device.
- Click the icon again to deselect it.
- If you change your mind, you can deselect the option before saving.
- She had to deselect the wrong answer before picking the correct one.
- To choose not to include someone or something in a group or activity; to remove from a selection.
- The committee voted to deselect the proposal from the agenda.
- He was disappointed to be deselected for the scholarship program.
- The coach decided to deselect two players from the team roster.
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