NOMINATIONS Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

nominations

noun

plural of nomination

as in elections

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Recent Examples of nominations The Democratic nominations of Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Joe Biden in 2020 were consistent with the Party Decides theory, and arguably so was the very late and very fast nomination of Kamala Harris in July of 2024. — Seth Masket, Denver Post, 9 July 2026 But Ha’s performance took me out of that, in the best way possible, and warrants a Primetime Emmy acting nod — while the show is big on nominations for below-the-line work, only Regé-Jean Page has earned an acting nomination, and that was in 2021 for Season 1. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 10 June 2026 Bracco — who earned four Emmy nominations on The Sopranos as Tony Soprano's (James Gandolfini) therapist, Jennifer Melfi — first played mob wife Karen Hill in Goodfellas, receiving a Golden Globe and Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 1991. — Glenn Garner, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025 Since then, The Lumineers have chalked up more than 6 billion streams across five albums, scored two Grammy nominations, earned five Billboard Music Award nods, and picked up an American Music Award nomination. — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Aug. 2025 The raft of Emmy nominations helps make up for the Oscar near-nomination. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2025

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Noun

Shipping disruptions in Hormuz have raised energy prices globally and pose a particular threat to Trump and his Republican Party ahead of November’s midterm elections.

— Bloomberg, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026
The lawsuit alleged that Keller’s at-large voting system diluted minority votes in school board elections.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of elections

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Throughout August, the USA TODAY Shopping team curates product recommendations, discounts and seasonal essentials to help shoppers save money and get ahead of common fall expenses before Labor Day sales begin.

— Jessica Moore, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026
University, grades, internships, and recommendations all reduce uncertainty.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of recommendations

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The Busan Story Market (BSM) has unveiled 25 official selections for 2026, including international bestseller Hwang Bo-reum and two-time Hans Christian Andersen Award finalist Lee Geum-yi, drawing on original IP from four Asian countries.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Today, the Toronto International Film Festival has added over 60 new titles to its slate, including the official selections of its Centrepiece program, plus its Wavelengths and TIFF Classics selections.

— Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of selections

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While most of the streamers’ submissions opt for the minimum qualifying run, occasionally platforms like Netflix will offer longer releases for movie fans who prefer the big-screen experience.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Apple is limiting the number of submissions security experts can make to its Apple Security Bounty program.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of submissions

Noun

But after years of visiting the city for conventions, many of us have been craving destinations that recognise the visitor has changed too.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Inter of Italy and Spain’s Barcelona were possible destinations, but instead Campbell shocked English football and caused unimaginable consternation and fury… by joining Arsenal.

— Tim Spiers, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of destinations

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The maneuvers sparked criticism and independent bids that included Sigcho-López, Macías and Lyons Mayor Chris Getty.

— Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Although the kingdom has deliberately delayed making a final decision on those bids while negotiating with the United States, Saudi officials are determined to go ahead with their nuclear program as soon as possible.

— Yoel Guzansky, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of bids

Noun

Getting the cast of characters that would push Carol to her breaking point took precision but also allowed for some fun, varied choices.

— Deadline, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
Snack boxes can be filled with a variety of kid-friendly choices, including fruit, applesauce, granola, and sugar free gummies.

— Sharon Lawson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

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