nomination

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Recent Examples of nomination And sure, since only 7% of SAG-AFTRA actors and performers earn $80,000 or more a year, that means there are going to be a few full-time waiters on those nomination committees. Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026 Hudson has a busy awards season ahead of her, thanks to a BAFTA and Oscar nomination for her role as Claire Sardina. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026 Davis is our choice for the GOP nomination. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026 Hudson received an Oscar nomination for her turn as the latter musician. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nomination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nomination
Noun
  • My focus is on job approval, which not only captures a president’s popularity but has a huge impact on the performance of the president’s party in other elections, such as the upcoming November midterms.
    Craig Gilbert, jsonline.com, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Smith argued that economic concerns are where the battle for this year’s elections lies.
    David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • But because Thompson showed no remorse and took no responsibility, the jury’s recommendation represented the best possible outcome, the spokesperson said.
    Monroe Trombly, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations.
    Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The trial is set to begin with jury selection Monday and is expected to last about three weeks.
    Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Here is a selection of data points that provides a glance at Cincinnati.
    David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The event will, in particular, monitor several metrics, including motion control, dynamic balance, and impact resistance.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
  • But don’t confuse these as a bulky buy, as they’re actually made of Vionic’s lightest midsole yet, designed with a streamlined rebound technology to enhance motion.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The monks embarked on the journey to remind Americans that peace is not a destination, according to the pilgrimage's announcement.
    Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
  • With an average snowfall of 300 inches a year, a top-tier ski school, and a brand-new boutique hotel in downtown Whitefish—Larch House recently opened its doors—this is the ultimate winter destination in Montana.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • With their vaunted defense, the Seahawks grabbed the Patriots and squeezed them into submission.
    Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Walker, a fourth-year pro, rushed for a game-high 135 yards as Seattle’s offense did enough to let its defense smother New England into submission.
    David K. Li, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • An agent is a financial institution of Treasury’s choosing.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
  • In response, Moore invited the president to Baltimore for a public safety walk on a day and time of his choosing.
    Adam Thompson, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Fashion, philanthropy celebrated at March event A fundraising event set for March 4 will combine fashion with philanthropy as ticket holders compete for a chance to win name-brand purses and designer sunglasses while supporting the advancement of women in the area, according to a release.
    Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
  • More recently, advancements in automation and artificial intelligence prompted a full rebuild of the platform, resulting in the current generation of Pet Parent.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026

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“Nomination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomination. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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