appoint
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Announcing its decision to appoint administrators earlier in the year, the company said reduced demand, "escalating" employment costs and "soaring" energy costs had "squeezed the business financially".
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Sonko further stated that "in all democracies, the executive branch cannot appoint a government without consulting the majority".
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
Hancock Whitney Financial Planning advises people to appoint a corporate executor in order to avoid familial clashes when dealing with sensitive issues like the one you are currently navigating.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Swinney, who has served as first minister since taking over from Humza Yousaf two years ago, will appoint a cabinet on Wednesday.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
If a guide were to fall ill or die, the camel drivers would draw lots and appoint a new one.
From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
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