nomination
/ˌnɑmɪˈneɪʃən/
noun
- The act of officially suggesting someone for a position, award, or honor.
- Only members can make a nomination for the club's presidency.
- Her nomination for the award came as a complete surprise.
- The committee accepted his nomination for the board of directors.
- The state of being chosen as a candidate for an election or competition.
- The nomination gave her the chance to run for governor.
- He secured the nomination after a close primary race.
- The film received five Oscar nominations this year.
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