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nomination

[nom-uh-ney-shuhn] / ˌnɒm əˈneɪ ʃən /


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In its nomination, Tonga highlighted A-Baki's roles as a cabinet minister, the first women ambassador from Ecuador to Washington and ambassador to Qatar.

From Barron's Aug. 18, 2026

This is their second nomination for “Will Trent.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

The Clacton result was the first time that Count Binface has retained the £500 deposit candidates are required to make to validate their nomination.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

Here are this week’s chatters: Emily: Eli Sabin won the Democratic nomination for the Connecticut state house of Representatives on Tuesday, following a hard-fought campaign.

From Slate Aug. 13, 2026

The nomination is tucked inside my jacket pocket.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

Meanwhile, in well over 100 film and TV appearances since 1974, the 79-year-old Jenkins has collected two Oscar nominations and four Emmy nods.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

At the same time, Panettiere was being lauded for playing troubled country singer Juliette Barnes in TV drama Nashville, which earned her two Golden Globe nominations during its six-year run.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Over the years, Panettiere became beloved for her feisty performances in television shows such as “Heroes” and “Nashville,” which earned her two Golden Globe nominations for her turn as country singer Juliette Barnes.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

The six-season role showcased her acting and singing abilities and earned her two Golden Globe nominations.

From Salon Aug. 17, 2026

My criminal record automatically disqualifies me from the nominations.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu




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