get the nod

Idioms  

1. Receive approval or assent, as in, The contestant got the nod from the judges. Similarly give the nod means “to show approval or assent.” These expressions allude to the quick inclination of the head to indicate approval. [First half of 1900s]

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Example Sentences

"I'm so used to seeing it I've just learned to focus on my game. Fingers crossed to get the nod for the first Test, but all the trust is in those guys and I respect the decision they make."

From BBC

His inclusion meant disappointment for Matt Renshaw, who had been tipped to get the nod as Konstas has struggled for form.

From Barron's

Sajid recovered from viral flu to get the nod while Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hasan Ali will lead the pace attack.

From Barron's

Ellis Genge, Dan Sheehan and Tadhg Furlong get the nod in the front row.

From BBC

Midfielder Alice Griffiths, who spent the second half of the season on loan from Southampton at fellow Championship side Durham, and Newcastle United defender Lois Joel also get the nod.

From BBC