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appoint

[uh-point] / əˈpɔɪnt /




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The company last month agreed to appoint two of Wilson’s preferred candidates to the board after its annual shareholder meeting.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

The first task at hand is to appoint a new head coach.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Hong Kong requires incorporated companies to appoint a corporate secretary that files its annual returns, among other compliance functions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Sonko further stated that "in all democracies, the executive branch cannot appoint a government without consulting the majority".

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

It was a sign of his humility and selflessness that he wanted to appoint me president, but it was not in keeping with the principles of the ANC.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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