shortlist
/ˈʃɔrtˌlɪst/
verb
- To select someone or something for a shortlist.
- The committee shortlisted three candidates for the final interview.
- We need to shortlist the best designs by Friday.
- Her novel was shortlisted for the prestigious literary prize.
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noun
- A list of selected candidates or items from a larger group, especially for a job, award, or competition.
- The film was on the shortlist for Best Picture at the awards.
- After reviewing all applications, we narrowed it down to a shortlist of five.
- She made the shortlist for the position of manager.
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