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as in recommendation
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Recent Examples of nomination
The 2026 Oscars will determine whether the nomination turns into a win.
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Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2026
Whoever wins the nomination in the March primary will go up against either current Elburn Village Trustee Luis Santoyo or former Kane County Coroner Rob Russell, who are in the running for the Republican nomination for sheriff.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Once Nicholson stepped aside, co-producer Cathy Schulman (on her first Oscar nomination and win) took to the stage with Haggis.
—Randee Dawn, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Kate Hudson’s 25-Year Oscars Gap Hudson’s first Oscar nomination came for Best Supporting Actress, for her role in the comedy-drama Almost Famous.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
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Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 24 Feb. 2026
Whoever wins the nomination in the March primary will go up against either current Elburn Village Trustee Luis Santoyo or former Kane County Coroner Rob Russell, who are in the running for the Republican nomination for sheriff.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Once Nicholson stepped aside, co-producer Cathy Schulman (on her first Oscar nomination and win) took to the stage with Haggis.
—Randee Dawn, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Kate Hudson’s 25-Year Oscars Gap Hudson’s first Oscar nomination came for Best Supporting Actress, for her role in the comedy-drama Almost Famous.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nomination
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The killing of Quentin Deranque has deepened tensions between France’s political factions ahead of next year’s presidential election.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Financial Times reported Lagarde is expected to quit early so French President Emmanuel Macron would have a say in her successor before France’s elections next year, which could see populist factions surge to power.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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The union president said the closure recommendation overlooks the potential for an increase in the prison population as sentencing changes and local charging policies continue to evolve.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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The MangoAI technology is able to track video performance and make recommendations.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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There’s champagne, natch, and a selection of cold-brew teas from around the island.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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But observations from the forthcoming Artemis II could inform the selection of future landing sites.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Cameron Adams, Canva's co-founder and product chief, told CNBC that customers have been asking what the company can offer in motion graphics.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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But in 2024 the trial court judge granted the city’s motion for summary judgment.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The country is a perfect destination to start practicing a more laissez-faire approach to travel, with a culture that’s receptive to others and characters who are happy to put you on the right path.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Thailand has reclaimed the number-one spot for outbound destination due to its warm weather, while bookings to Russia doubled due to visa waivers set in place last December.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Under the terms of the settlement, Vivint Solar will notify eligible consumers how to submit claims to take part in the $3 million restitution fund, as well as deadlines for making submissions.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Loewe Foundation received more than 5,100 submissions, which were whittled down by an expert committee to the 30 finalists, who work in such media as ceramics, wood, textiles, furniture, bookbinding, glass, metal, jewelry and lacquer.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Caproni’s order repeatedly emphasized that arbitration must allow its participants to vindicate their rights, and that Goodell or a designee of his choosing serving as the arbitrator is inconsistent with that requirement.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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An agent is a financial institution of Treasury’s choosing.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The Ub Iwerks Award for technical advancement affecting the animation industry was presented to Wacom and the Special Achievement Award was presented to LightBox Expo.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
22 Feb. 2026
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Some older students are seeking career advancement, higher pay and job security, while others want to explore their personal interests or try new things.—
Cheyanne Mumphrey,
Fortune,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Nomination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nomination. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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