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appoint

[uh-point] / əˈpɔɪnt /




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We were appointed by presidents of both parties and live and work in different jurisdictions.

From The Wall Street Journal

According to court documents filed in London's insolvency court, the judge made an order appointing administrators to the club on Friday.

From BBC

Number 10 sources said at the time that he had been "economical with the truth" before he was appointed and they were not aware of the "depth" of their relationship.

From BBC

No 10 sources said he had been "economical with the truth" before he was appointed and they were not aware of the "depth" of their relationship.

From BBC

No matter who is appointed Manchester United caretaker manager until the end of the season, Darren Fletcher has emerged as one of the big winners from a week of turmoil at Old Trafford.

From BBC