Propose for an award (8)

I believe the answer is:

nominate

(Other definitions for nominate that I've seen before include "Propose - a mention (anag)" , "Designate" , "Put forward name for a mention" , "Choose" , "give name" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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