nominations

noun

plural of nomination
1
as in elections

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2
as in recommendations

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Recent Examples of nominations The raft of Emmy nominations helps make up for the Oscar near-nomination. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2025 Since then, The Lumineers have chalked up more than 6 billion streams across five albums, scored two Grammy nominations, earned five Billboard Music Award nods, and picked up an American Music Award nomination. — Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Aug. 2025 But Ha’s performance took me out of that, in the best way possible, and warrants a Primetime Emmy acting nod — while the show is big on nominations for below-the-line work, only Regé-Jean Page has earned an acting nomination, and that was in 2021 for Season 1. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 10 June 2026 Bracco — who earned four Emmy nominations on The Sopranos as Tony Soprano's (James Gandolfini) therapist, Jennifer Melfi — first played mob wife Karen Hill in Goodfellas, receiving a Golden Globe and Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 1991. — Glenn Garner, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nominations
  1. elections
  2. recommendations
  3. selections
  4. submissions
  5. destinations
  6. bids
  7. choices
  8. motions
Noun
  • The plan to give noncitizens the right to vote in city and school board elections seemed to have momentum, until the council abruptly reversed course.
    — Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • The truly remarkable thing about this country is its ingenious ability—through elections, immigration, freedom of speech, and economic mobility—to constantly remake itself.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 July 2026
Definition of elections
Noun
  • To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
  • Or, follow these recommendations by using separate measuring spoons and cups.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Definition of recommendations
Noun
  • The exhibition coincides with Oyer’s fifth portrait book release, which features selections from his extensive archive.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Antetokounmpo has also been named to nine All-NBA teams (seven first-team selections and two second-team selections) and five All-NBA Defensive teams (four first-team selections and one second-team selection) during his career.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Definition of selections
Noun
  • Taxpayers who already qualify for one of the remaining offshore compliance programs should think carefully before delaying their submissions.
    — Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • The inaugural application period resulted in 500 submissions, though Motown had just four slots to fill, choosing students from Howard University, Morgan State University, North Carolina A&T State University, and Spelman College.
    — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 30 June 2026
Definition of submissions
Noun
  • El Floridita and Sloppy Joe’s, tourist destinations made famous by American novelist Ernest Hemingway, sat dark and shuttered.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • In addition, LaGuardia isn’t an international airport (with inbound immigration and customs facilities), making Newark a more practical long-term gateway for growth, serving destinations beyond Bermuda.
    — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of destinations
Noun
  • The states and cities made the concessions in 2022 as part of their bids to be selected as World Cup hosts by FIFA.
    — Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Fans can enter their bids on Fandiem through July 21 for a chance to win.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 1 July 2026
Definition of bids
Noun
  • Additionally, the platform should align with the cultural values of the organization and also the personal choices of the individual.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • The bold contrast calls for thoughtful choices of wall color.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
Definition of choices
Noun
  • Disgruntled shareholders rejected the reappointment of one independent board director, and proposed several motions to remove Espinosa as chair of the meeting; one particularly daring investor even proposed bringing Ghosn back as CEO.
    — Andrew Staples, Fortune, 3 July 2026
  • Wipe in circular motions with a lint-free microfiber cloth to loosen grime, then finish with long, horizontal swipes.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
Definition of motions

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