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as in choosing
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
at the appointed hour we were in our places
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as in nominating
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was appointed to the council on national security
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Recent Examples of appointing
The committee’s other recommendations included appointing a general counsel and expanding the legal department, as well as appointing a chief compliance officer and a chief accounting officer.
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Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
The University of North Carolina is appointing Michael Malone as its next men’s basketball coach, according to a report by ESPN’s Pete Thamel — a hire that sent shock waves through the college hoops world and through Ball Arena on Monday.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
In appointing Cardona, who also served as Connecticut’s education commissioner and as an administrator and teacher in Meriden’s public school system, Lamont is dedicating high-profile manpower to the effort.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
On Tuesday, the city council is scheduled to consider appointing Deputy Chief Carson Thomas to the chief’s position.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The center-right government quickly reshuffled the Cabinet, appointing former European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas as agriculture minister.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Johnson on Tuesday did not answer a question on his timeline on appointing a new CTA president, after Dorval Carter resigned in January 2025.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
In this case, appointing an LLC service can move the process forward much more quickly.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Merriweather is appointing a prosecutor from outside his office to prosecute Martinez’s case, the news release said.
—Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
The University of North Carolina is appointing Michael Malone as its next men’s basketball coach, according to a report by ESPN’s Pete Thamel — a hire that sent shock waves through the college hoops world and through Ball Arena on Monday.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2026
In appointing Cardona, who also served as Connecticut’s education commissioner and as an administrator and teacher in Meriden’s public school system, Lamont is dedicating high-profile manpower to the effort.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
On Tuesday, the city council is scheduled to consider appointing Deputy Chief Carson Thomas to the chief’s position.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
The center-right government quickly reshuffled the Cabinet, appointing former European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas as agriculture minister.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Johnson on Tuesday did not answer a question on his timeline on appointing a new CTA president, after Dorval Carter resigned in January 2025.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
In this case, appointing an LLC service can move the process forward much more quickly.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Merriweather is appointing a prosecutor from outside his office to prosecute Martinez’s case, the news release said.
—Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appointing
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Some of Coachella’s most elite attendees won’t spend their day at the actual festival, choosing instead to hop between the many exclusive day parties, powered by brands like Revolve.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Eyewear today balances practicality with style, allowing wearers to refine their look while choosing frames that reflect their everyday style.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Give your mom an early Mother’s Day gift by nominating her.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Now that facility, Pinnacle Multicare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, is suing the very administration that is nominating Landa to the diplomatic post.—
Eli Cahan,
ProPublica,
23 Mar. 2026
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The findings suggest restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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On Monday, the Project Runway star opted for a different shimmering silhouette, selecting a burgundy frock covered in clear sequins.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 Apr. 2026
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Memories, associations and context all go into assigning value and meaning to an object.—
Brandon Kaipo Moningka,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The selection committee determines the playoff rankings for the 25 teams, assigning the top 12 teams spots in the playoff bracket.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2026
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After creator Sam Levinson chimed in on the Euphoria composer’s exit, Labrinth is setting the record straight once again.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
11 Apr. 2026
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However, each insurance company may consider your personal information, including your age and destination, differently when setting rates.—
Liz Knueven,Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Hurtling back toward Earth after a historic loop around the moon, Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman said naming a crater after his late wife, an idea his crewmates came up with before launch, was the most deeply profound moment of an already memorable flight.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The former West Coast Editor of Time who wrote the magazine’s 2023 profile of Taylor Swift, naming her Person of the Year, Lansky is the author of two books, The Gilded Razor and Broken People.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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On Friday, Khalid Aleisir, the minister of culture, information, antiquities and Tourism condemned the attack and called for designating the RSF a terrorist organization and prosecuting its members.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The expulsion order comes after Tehran criticized Argentina for designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.—
Gonzalo Zegarra,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2026
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These final days of Lent, constituting the most solemn season of the ecclesiastical year, will commemorate the passion and death of Christ.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
2 Apr. 2026
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As of today, more than 10,000 active Starlink satellites are in space, constituting about two thirds of all satellites that are currently in orbit.—
Jonathan O'Callaghan,
Scientific American,
17 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appointing. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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