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[uh-point] / əˈpɔɪnt /




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With a “discretionary trust,” you appoint a trusted third party, like a bank manager or lawyer who is also likely to be a professional fiduciary, as the trustee.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday that he would step down, paving the way for an internal election within the ruling Labour Party to appoint the next prime minister.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

UniCredit also said sufficient shareholder support at the Annual General Meeting would position it to appoint all shareholder representatives on the Supervisory Board.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

Coetsee said the government would like to appoint a committee of senior officials to conduct private discussions with me.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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