B2verbworkbusiness
US/ˈʃɔːrt.lɪst/
UK/ˈʃɔːt.lɪst/
to put a person or thing on a list of the best choices, from which the final choice is made
In context
We received 200 applications and shortlisted five candidates for interviews.
Her novel was shortlisted for the national book prize.
The committee will shortlist three suppliers before making a final decision.
Words that go with shortlist
verb + noun
- shortlist candidatesThe manager shortlisted six candidates.
- shortlist applicantsHR will shortlist applicants next week.
- shortlist three optionsWe shortlisted three options for the new office.
verb + preposition
- be shortlisted forShe was shortlisted for the award.
- shortlist for an interviewOnly four people were shortlisted for an interview.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
They shortlisted me to the final round.Correct: They shortlisted me for the final round.