confirmation hearing
US /kən.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃən ˈhɪr.ɪŋ/
UK /kən.fɚˈmeɪ.ʃən ˈhɪr.ɪŋ/
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audiência de confirmação, sabatina
a meeting or series of meetings held by a legislative body (such as a senate or parliament) to determine whether to approve a candidate for a high-level government position, often involving questioning the candidate about their qualifications, views, and past actions
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The Supreme Court nominee faced a tough confirmation hearing.
O indicado para a Suprema Corte enfrentou uma difícil audiência de confirmação.
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During the confirmation hearing, senators questioned the nominee's past financial dealings.
Durante a audiência de confirmação, os senadores questionaram as transações financeiras passadas do indicado.