shortlist

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The CAA will now consult on its shortlist of potential changes.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

A shortlist reportedly drawn up earlier this year included household names such as Rylan Clark, Alex Jones, Bradley Walsh and Rob Rinder.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

At the same time, the motion picture academy was tweaking its rules for determining the shortlist for the international feature award, opening voting to more members.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Abel said that Berkshire has a shortlist of companies it is interested in either taking a stake in or acquiring entirely when the price is right.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Each of us has a shortlist of movies we find ourselves rewatching, movies we will finish even if they’re half-over when we tune in.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026