Only 'the/a chosen few' will get to go on the trip. [=only a few people will get to go]
He was 'chosen' because he's qualified for the job.
She was 'chosen' from a long list of people.
(..) They didn't notice anything? Well, people rarely notice things right in front of their eyes, don't you find? Do you have the bonds, bishop? Yes, I do, Teacher. I have chosen an Opus Dei residence for the exchange. I am honoured. By the time you get to London, I will have the Grail. -I take it the news is good, then. -I fly to London. The Teacher is waiting for me there. He has chosen a house of Opus Dei to make the exchange. Mere currency for the location of the Grail. Imagine it. Remember, if we are discovered by (..)2006 The Da Vinci Code