nominate for

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Used to specify the award, prize, or honor for which someone is nominated (e.g., nominate for an Oscar).

nominateNOMINATE + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • She was nominated for a special award.
  • He was nominated for an Oscar.
  • The film was nominated for best picture.
  • She hopes to be nominated for the presidency.
  • The committee will nominate him for the leadership position.
  • Who should we nominate for this prestigious prize?
  • Her novel was nominated for a literary award last year.
  • His dedication led to him being nominated for employee of the month.
  • Several artists are nominated for the Grammy Awards annually.
  • I'm going to nominate my colleague for the innovation prize.