nominations

noun

plural of nomination
1
as in elections

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as in recommendations

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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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nominations
  1. elections
  2. recommendations
  3. selections
  4. submissions
  5. destinations
  6. bids
  7. choices
  8. motions
Noun
  • Talwani, nominated to the bench by President Barack Obama, agreed to block it for the midterm elections.
    — Lindsay Whitehurst, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • And, during the past several weeks, data centers have become increasingly toxic in midterm elections across the country.
    — Dan Kaufman, New Yorker, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of elections
Noun
  • The City of Denver Auditor's Office released its examination of the project Thursday, along with a series of recommendations.
    — Logan Smith, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • One of my non-negotiable recommendations is Tonnara di Scopello, another historic tuna fishery turned into a tiny museum and protected cove.
    — Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of recommendations
Noun
  • The first-round selections will be announced in early September, followed by final pitching in late September, with final selections announced during ACFM.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Over the course of two long and decorated MLB careers — which includes Heyward’s five Gold Gloves, Freeman’s 10 All-Star selections, and five World Series rings between the two of them — their paths diverged and reconnected multiple times.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of selections
Noun
  • Eiren’s pick now advances to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which will winnow submissions from countries around the world down to a shortlist of 15 films before narrowing to five nominees.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Her duties include reading slush-pile submissions, making coffee, and tending to the needs of high-profile guests during Platen’s many exclusive fêtes.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of submissions
Noun
  • Qaqortoq and Nanortalik are among the popular destinations, with more than 20 cruise calls scheduled in the coming weeks, the outlet reported.
    — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • If Searching for Italy prioritized major destinations such as Rome and Milan, Tucci in Italy sought out less touristy locales, like Ball’s personal favorite stop, Le Marche.
    — Matthew Jacobs, HollywoodReporter, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of destinations
Noun
  • Two other conservative candidates aligned with Farrant also lost their bids for seats on Orange’s school board.
    — Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The future of Ollie Watkins is also uncertain, with the England international pushing for a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, who have seen four bids rejected by Villa already.
    — Aston Villa, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of bids
Noun
  • The Sun conjoins Mercury in Virgo and your 1st House of Self, sharpening your voice, presence, choices, and personal direction.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Clients are looking for a partner who grasps their objectives, assists with key financial choices, and adapts alongside them as their circumstances shift, said Scott Stearsman, head of Premier and branch banking at Truist.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of choices
Noun
  • At the University of Mississippi, a video went viral of a Black woman surrounded by white students and the white students mimicking ape-like motions toward the woman and making monkey-like calls.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • This includes interpreting standing rules and precedents, advising on the wording of motions, helping formulate statements, and answering parliamentary inquiries or points of order.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of motions

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“Nominations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nominations. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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