appoint
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California’s next governor would have the power to end Newsom’s moratorium on the death penalty, appoint state judges and grant state pardons.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Upon closing of the deal, which is expected to occur by mid-2027, Foley is expected to remain CEO, while Unilever will appoint four of the 12 members of the combined company’s board of directors.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
BBC Sport understands Spurs will appoint Tudor's replacement in the next few days to be in place for when most players return from international duty.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
He called for “shared dialogue” and “shared advocacy,” announcing that he would appoint a task force “comprised of stakeholders on all sides of this to continue to have the conversation.”
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
He did this hoping Tehlu would delay so he could make his escape, but the Walking God paused only to appoint priests who cared for the people of the ruined town.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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