By lot

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adverb

Mainly used to describe a selection or decision made randomly or by chance.

They selected the winner by lot.
Visual representation of "by lot" - Mainly used to describe a selection or decision made randomly or by chance.

Often appears as...

  • selected by lot
  • chosen by lot
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Visual representation of "by lot"
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Chance Decision

Remember 'by lot' suggests no control over the selection—it's all chance.

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Team leaders were chosen by lot, so everyone had an equal opportunity.
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Not Personal

'By lot' indicates the decision isn't based on personal qualities or preferences.

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Roommates at camp are assigned by lot rather than friendships.
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Fair Process

Using 'by lot' can imply a fair process where everyone has an equal chance.

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Volunteers for the task were picked by lot to ensure fairness.
Visual representation of the word "By lot"

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