Grammar fix
shortlist
choose finalists
To select the strongest people or options for final consideration.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The panel shortlisted four applicants for the final interview.
When I was applying for university, I shortlisted three courses and then compared their fees and accommodation.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I was shortlisted to the job.
Say: I was shortlisted for the job.
You're shortlisted 'for' a job, prize or place.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Cut a long list to a few choices
How specificAny possibilitiesFinal candidates
narrow downReducing possibilities to a smaller set of choices.whittle downGradually reducing a list or group by removing options.
shortlistYou're here · Selecting the strongest candidates or options for final consideration.