nomination

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Recent Examples of nomination Wednesday: Democrats engage in an all-night talk-a-thon in the Senate to protest Russell Vought's nomination to be director of the Office of Management and Budget. Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 7 Feb. 2025 For an eater on an average income, Denver Restaurant Week opens the door to unique fine-dining experiences across the city, including restaurants recommended by the Michelin Guide, as well as those with James Beard nominations or awards. Miguel Otárola, The Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2025 This is Domingo’s second nomination in as many years: he was also recognized for his turn, both charming and fiery, as civil rights activist Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe’s 2023 biopic Rustin. Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025 This was also the post-Oscar nominations week, although the delay in their announcement disrupted distributor strategies to capitalize on them. Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for nomination 
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Noun
  • Age was a hot topic in this most recent presidential election, especially after former President Joe Biden, 82, ended his reelection bid due to escalated concerns about his acuity.
    Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
  • President Trump, in his final rally before the election, invited Kelly to be one of the guest speakers, underscoring her resurgent influence.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Feb. 2025
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  • Trump – who often distanced himself from the Project 2025 plan during the campaign — has placed some of the project's authors into prominent staff roles in his administration and issued a bevy of executive actions that closely mirror its recommendations.
    Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 15 Feb. 2025
  • Applying sophisticated machine learning to this data, College Journey provides highly personalized recommendations for best-fit schools, creates dynamic week-by-week action plans, and identifies optimal strategies for maximizing financial aid and merit scholarships.
    Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The Saints currently hold the No. 9 overall selection in April’s NFL draft.
    Wayne Sterling, CNN, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Those auditioning should prepare the following: Two contrasting monologues no longer than three minutes in total length; two contrasting musical selections no longer than 32 bars each.
    Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • In open session at 5 p.m., the council will give final approval to a change in council procedures to allow for a motion and second before further consideration of an agenda item.
    Laura Groch Feb. 5, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2023
  • The ruling, issued Monday by U.S. District Judge Paul Crotty in the Southern District of New York, denied a motion brought by individuals and mental health organizations in December.
    Celina Tebor, CNN, 4 Feb. 2023
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  • Beyond being in a malaria-free zone, the largest private reserve in all of South Africa is one of the most family-friendly destinations imaginable.
    Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Forget the monkeys; this is the most dangerous part of our new destination, and the one with the greatest potential to surprise at season’s end.
    Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • Picture show Claire Thomas A nonprofit publication called Rest of World received almost 230 submissions from 45 countries for its annual photo contest, which asked entrants to show the impact of technology in their communities.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Send submissions here and read more Metropolitan Diary here.
    James Barron, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
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  • Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
    Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Martin has worked with five NFL teams and just finished his fourth season in Detroit as the director of scouting advancement.
    Pete Sampson, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
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  • Both Wilson and Mace are expected to vie for the South Carolina governorship in 2026, though neither has launched a bid.
    Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Artificial intelligence Elon Musk is attempting to put himself at the forefront of artificial intelligence with a high-stakes bid that could reshape the future of the technology.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN, 11 Feb. 2025

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“Nomination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomination. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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