give the nod
Example Sentences
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Heck, not being a dog lover, he might even give the nod to Kristi Noem.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2024
Voters in District 6 have good choices for the seat Belinda Queen is vacating in the candidacies of Ashley Kearney and Branndon D. Jackson, but we give the nod to Mr. Jackson.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 19, 2022
It is also set to give the nod to starting the process of reducing its asset holdings as another way to tighten financial conditions.
From Reuters ● Apr. 29, 2022
“I think we have two very good quarterbacks but we’re going to give the nod to John for this ballgame. I’m very impressed by the knowledge that he does have at this point.”
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 1, 2018
She can give the nod, and that with a true heart, which is more than most so-called honest witnesses are called to testify with their lying lips.
From Si'Wren of the Patriarchs by Roland Jon Cheney
