get a/the nod (for something)
informal
1. To receive a nomination for an award. I'm really glad to see her get the nod for Best Director. Even if she doesn't win, the fact that she is in the running is important. I'm disappointed that we didn't win the award, but at least we got a nod. Kelly is such a talented writer. I can't believe her screenplays have never gotten the nod from the Academy.
2. To be selected for something, such as a promotion or position. I'm glad Tom got the nod for the regional manager position. He'll do a great job. And it's Smith who gets the nod tonight as the Owls' starting pitcher. My heart was practically pounding out of my chest when I got the nod to start in my first NHL game.
get the nod
1. To be selected for something. Amanda got the nod because she is the most qualified candidate. I'm glad Tom got the nod for the regional manager position. He'll do a great job. And it's Smith who gets the nod tonight as the Owls' starting pitcher.
2. To get approval. I got the nod from the boss to start the project. Once I get the nod, I'll transfer your funds into the new account. We're just waiting to get the nod from our managers before we release the latest software update.
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get the nod
Receive approval or assent, as in, The contestant got the nod from the judges. Similarly give the nod means "to show approval or assent." These expressions allude to the quick inclination of the head to indicate approval. [First half of 1900s]
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