nominate

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And for the open seat in Iowa, Democrats seem likely to nominate a two-time Paralympic gold medalist who represents the reddest state house seat held by a Democrat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

Bondi was hired shortly after the 2024 election and after Trump made clear his intention to nominate Pam Bondi as attorney general.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

A deadline for shareholders to nominate director candidates ahead of Norwegian’s annual meeting closes next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Any MS can nominate any member to be first minister.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Thug said, “Mr. Chairman, in light of the boy’s performance last night at the Sweet Pea, I nominate the name Waterworks Willie.”

From "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis