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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
In the aftermath of Skinner’s exit, Spurs underwent an internal review of their women’s setup, appointing Andy Rogers — previously Spurs’ head of global development — to managing director of women’s football.
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Megan Feringa, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Judges are now appointing themselves as head of the Bureau of Prisons to nullify election results.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article New York City Transit — the MTA division that runs the city’s buses, subways and Access-A-Ride — is appointing new leadership in each system, the Daily News has learned.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 20 Mar. 2025
Rob Blanchard, a spokesperson for Lamont’s office, said that the original bill threatened to disrupt the balance of power that currently exists for appointing the child advocate.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
In January, the state Board of Education voted to intervene in Bridgeport’s operation of the largest local school district by appointing an official to oversee it.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
Concrete Leveling Systems plans to enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including appointing additional personnel and adopting a whistleblower policy.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
Two Circles has expanded its presence in Australia, appointing Rod Woodford as sales director to lead the relationship.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Others propose appointing ambulance offload nurses or patient flow coordinators to expedite transfers.
—Renee Hsia, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Megan Feringa, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Judges are now appointing themselves as head of the Bureau of Prisons to nullify election results.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article New York City Transit — the MTA division that runs the city’s buses, subways and Access-A-Ride — is appointing new leadership in each system, the Daily News has learned.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 20 Mar. 2025
Rob Blanchard, a spokesperson for Lamont’s office, said that the original bill threatened to disrupt the balance of power that currently exists for appointing the child advocate.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
In January, the state Board of Education voted to intervene in Bridgeport’s operation of the largest local school district by appointing an official to oversee it.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
Concrete Leveling Systems plans to enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including appointing additional personnel and adopting a whistleblower policy.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
Two Circles has expanded its presence in Australia, appointing Rod Woodford as sales director to lead the relationship.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Others propose appointing ambulance offload nurses or patient flow coordinators to expedite transfers.
—Renee Hsia, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appointing
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After leafing through the hefty menu I am beset by option paralysis, eventually ignoring drinks called ‘Corpse Reviver’ and ‘Balls’, instead choosing ‘Leave For Milan’, which includes gin, vermouth and some sort of rhubarb foam.—
Nick Miller,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Crabgrass killers can kill that native grass right along with your nasty crabgrass infestation, so choosing the right one is paramount.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2025
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While chores can be healthy for kids, parents will want to keep certain things in mind when assigning them.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
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For example, in addition to assigning workers to picks, the WMS may print labels at print stations that need to be attached to cases.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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The storm is expected to bring the metro its biggest snowfall in recent years, if not near record-setting snow.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
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Henry, by the way, is one rushing touchdown away from setting a franchise record and 217 rushing yards away from 2,000 for the season.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
The Athletic,
4 Jan. 2025
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This takes the guesswork out of picking a winner.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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While picking his brain about the former series, Entertainment Weekly got the creator of both shows — Bruce Miller — to provide an update on the new one.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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To achieve military domination, you'll be tasked with forcefully establishing your Ideology and your empire around the globe.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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To increase your chances of getting into REM on time, experts recommended establishing a healthy overall sleep routine.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Health,
6 Feb. 2025
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Before the repeal, Soto was arranging for free Spanish-language weddings in Little Havana and building up support for Dade County to retire its English-only policy.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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In the book, Stewart shares advice on topics such as growing produce and arranging flowers.—
Claire Murashima,
NPR,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Appointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appointing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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