Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with short list in American Collocation
initial/final
The panel did confirm this week that it intended to reveal a provisional shortlist on Wednesday.
all-female, all-British etc
The all-woman shortlist was imposed in line with democratically agreed party policy.
with good people
The shortlist was so strong I didn’t think I stood a chance.
make a shortlist
Decide where you want to live and make a shortlist of three or four possibilities.
announce a shortlist
The shortlist was officially announced at a ceremony on Monday, January 19.
be on a shortlist
Two submissions from the BBC made the shortlist for this year’s Innovative Application Award.
We regret that we will be unable to contact those who do not reach the shortlist.
of people
A shortlist of 3 finalists in each category has been drawn up.
of entries
The shortlist of nominations for awards is below.
of possibilities
You may need to undertake research and talk to suppliers before producing a shortlist of options.
in business
A shortlist of three bidders for phase one will be announced in early July.