He received/got the party's 'nod' as candidate for governor. [=the party chose him as candidate for governor]
She deserves at least a 'nod' [=she deserves at least some recognition] for her management of the project.
We're waiting to 'get the nod' [=to get approval] from the city to start the project.
(..) from behind you toward me, and, uh we'll have some place to go when we cut I sit here, I nod my head and I look nerdy Tom, that kills me we didn't get you on camera So powerful... seeing your reaction (..)1987 Broadcast News