appointed

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Appointed by George W. Bush, Judge Leon is no activist liberal, but he doesn’t mince words when he sees an abuse of the law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Appointed in 2008, Harbaugh famously led Baltimore to a Super Bowl victory over a San Francisco 49ers team coached by younger brother Jim in the 2011-2012 season, the so-called "Har-bowl."

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Appointed just over a year ago, not even the most optimistic of Forest fans would have expected the impact Nuno has made.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2024

Appointed by the late pope “en pectore,” or in secret, Benítez’s very presence is a threat to the careful balance of the conclave.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024

One of my first opportunities was being asked to give the keynote speech for the National Court Appointed Special Advocates Association, the CEO of which I had met at the White House.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter