Nominating Speech (Noun)
Meaning
An address (usually at a political convention) proposing the name of a candidate to run for election; "the nomination was brief and to the point".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The nominating speech by the influential senator helped convince delegates to choose their new nominee for president.
- Her impassioned nominating speech led to a standing ovation, solidifying support for the candidate.
- In an attempt to sway undecided voters, he carefully crafted his nominating speech to showcase the candidate's qualifications.
- The state governor's nominating speech turned the tide in favor of the young congressional candidate.
- The brief but poignant nominating speech by the civil rights leader made a lasting impact on those in attendance.