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appoint

[uh-point] / əˈpɔɪnt /




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Dan Lewindon has joined as performance director from the City Group and the club plan to appoint a director of football operations in the summer - but by then it could be too late.

From BBC

Under Measure G, which voters approved in 2024, the county chief executive, who manages the county government and oversees its budget, will be elected by voters instead of appointed by the board.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, as FBI director, Mueller, who was appointed by Republican President George W. Bush, earned credibility across the political spectrum.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Church of England's first woman appointed to its top ministry role has spoken of the "immense privilege" she feels ahead of her official enthronement.

From BBC

The former police chief tasked with cutting the number of small boat crossings across the Channel has resigned from the job just 18 months after being appointed by Sir Keir Starmer.

From BBC