appointed

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Amid the celebratory reception, there was also visible anger that the first Somali appointed as a World Cup referee had been denied entry to the United States.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Real have also confirmed the anticipated news that head coach Alvaro Arbeloa will leave the club, with Jose Mourinho set to be appointed in his place.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The parole board consists of 21 commissioners who are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate for three-year terms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

After rising to power, Putin appointed him as the top executive at Rostec in 2007.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

At the time appointed I sent the wake signal to the relay satellite, which was in stationary orbit about 300 miles over South Karhide.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin