nominate
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As their planes were taxiing, Trump announced that he would nominate Jay Clayton, a U.S. attorney and former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman, to the position permanently.
From Slate • Jun. 13, 2026
Trump has yet to nominate a replacement for Makary, though the options have been narrowed to a shortlist, people familiar with the matter said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
US President Donald Trump has said he will nominate Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to take on the role permanently.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Can the public nominate politicians to send to the colony?
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 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
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