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as in choosing
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
at the appointed hour we were in our places
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as in nominating
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was appointed to the council on national security
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Recent Examples of appointing
The five-member Board of Supervisors would then be tasked with appointing an interim district attorney, a scenario that’s never before happened in the county.
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Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
In response, Southwest said its board had made every effort to reach a constructive resolution with Elliott, including providing a settlement framework for appointing as many as three of the activist’s nominees.
—Mary Schlangenstein, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2024
The Biden administration has antagonized Wall Street by appointing enforcers — Lina Khan at the Federal Trade Commission and Jonathan Kanter, anti-trust division chief at the Justice Department — who have targeted corporate power, especially in tech.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024
Harris could reshape the judiciary, appointing judges supportive of expanding civil liberties and environmental protections.
—Axios, 15 Oct. 2024
This involves appointing someone or a group of people to handle any problem as first responders.
—Chris Kille, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
The governor fills court vacancies by appointing Supreme Court justices, Court of Appeals judges, and district court and county court judges.
—Elise Schmelzer, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024
Create Sustainable Waste Recycling Hubs Transform spas, restaurants, bars and lounge areas into sustainable waste recycling hubs by appointing sustainability ambassadors who explore ways to reuse waste every month.
—Shrikant Dash, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
That effort includes appointing a charter reform commission to consider an array of sweeping proposals, such as expanding the size of the 15-member council, with the goal of putting those big-ticket items on the 2026 ballot.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
In response, Southwest said its board had made every effort to reach a constructive resolution with Elliott, including providing a settlement framework for appointing as many as three of the activist’s nominees.
—Mary Schlangenstein, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2024
The Biden administration has antagonized Wall Street by appointing enforcers — Lina Khan at the Federal Trade Commission and Jonathan Kanter, anti-trust division chief at the Justice Department — who have targeted corporate power, especially in tech.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024
Harris could reshape the judiciary, appointing judges supportive of expanding civil liberties and environmental protections.
—Axios, 15 Oct. 2024
This involves appointing someone or a group of people to handle any problem as first responders.
—Chris Kille, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
The governor fills court vacancies by appointing Supreme Court justices, Court of Appeals judges, and district court and county court judges.
—Elise Schmelzer, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024
Create Sustainable Waste Recycling Hubs Transform spas, restaurants, bars and lounge areas into sustainable waste recycling hubs by appointing sustainability ambassadors who explore ways to reuse waste every month.
—Shrikant Dash, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
That effort includes appointing a charter reform commission to consider an array of sweeping proposals, such as expanding the size of the 15-member council, with the goal of putting those big-ticket items on the 2026 ballot.
—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appointing
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The key to success lies in choosing the right type of air purifier withappropriate filtration technology.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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But intentionally looking for cyclists or choosing to drive unaware can be the difference between life and death for someone who’s just trying to get home.Emily Pape, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Wardens and guards will continue assigning prison inmates to work in kitchens, clean prison yards or pick up trash beside highways.Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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By lending a helping hand at these times instead of assigning responsibility, problems become teaching moments and the team keeps ahead.Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Short term, self-doubt destroys focus and productivity, stifles creativity, holds you back from setting audacious goals, and feels downright terrible.Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The success of initial collaborations has made influencer marketing a central part of Roadway's efforts, setting new standards for customer engagement and satisfaction in the moving industry.Sarah Hernholm, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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These racists were then able to spin a narrative about how Black players were picking on Clark, relying on all the racist stereotypes of Black people as dangerous, violent, and treacherous.Susan M. Shaw, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Governments often do a poor job of picking winners.Ryan Craig, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Georgia, meanwhile, was making impressive inroads in establishing itself as a tourist destination.Fredric Dannen, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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That payment is funded by establishing a new $20 fee on criminal convictions.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
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Then, spend a few moments arranging them.Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2024
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Rob Moose also contributed to the record, playing viola and arranging strings throughout.Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Appointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appointing. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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