shortlist
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We went through the status of pending matters, a shortlist with oral arguments still a month away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
The various comedy awards handed out in the final week, also offer a shortlist for those attending the TV festival.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
But her role in propelling the Lynx to the league’s best record with a few weeks left of the regular season has also put her on the shortlist for MVP.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
It’s not to add Connor Storrie and Inde Navarrette to that stifling shortlist — it’s how much more talent there is waiting for a shot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Ellison’s shortlist reportedly includes Georgia, Texas and Tennessee.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
