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We've drawn up (= decided) a shortlist for the job. She's on the shortlist for a first novel prize.

A short list or shortlist is a list of candidates for a job, prize, award, political position, etc., that has been reduced from a longer list of candidates (sometimes via intermediate lists known as "long …

The meaning of SHORT LIST is a limited list of important items or individuals; especially : a list of candidates for final consideration (as for a position or a prize).

A shortlist is a list of people or things which have been chosen from a larger group, for example for a job or a prize. The successful person or thing is then chosen from the small group.

Dec 16, 2025 · The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed the shortlists in 12 categories for the 2026 Oscars, with Sinners and Wicked: For Good emerging as potential …

Definition of shortlist noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 16, 2025 · Members of the Cinematographers Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees. Per the awards rules for the 98th Academy Awards, the preliminary round of voting …

Define shortlist. shortlist synonyms, shortlist pronunciation, shortlist translation, English dictionary definition of shortlist. also short-list n. A list of preferable items or candidates that have been …

SHORT LIST meaning: a list of a small number of people or things that have been selected from a larger group and are being considered to receive an award, to get a job, etc. usually singular