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as in job
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
he holds the position of manager at the store
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2
as in role
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
man's position in the universe
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as in location
the area or space occupied by or intended for something
I knew that someone had been in the room because the chair was out of its usual position
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5
as in level
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
holds the lead position in the standings
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as in to place
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
positioned the chairs around the room
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Recent Examples of position
Molly Gibbs and Grant Stringer Bay Area News Group (tns), arkansasonline.com, 3 Mar. 2025
The Royals would like him to get on base more often in order to have runners in scoring position for the top of the order.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2025
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2025
By Erica Sloan February 20, 2025 Sparkly beverages pumped with prebiotic fiber have been bubbling up for some time now, positioned both as gut-helpers and healthier alts to classic soda.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The California Legislative Black Caucus, whose members helped push a 2021 compromise on ethnic studies guidelines across the finish line, and the California Teachers Association haven't taken a position.
—Molly Gibbs and Grant Stringer Bay Area News Group (tns), arkansasonline.com, 3 Mar. 2025
The Royals would like him to get on base more often in order to have runners in scoring position for the top of the order.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
Morgan Stanley upgrades Melco Resorts & Entertainment to overweight from equal weight Morgan Stanley said the Asia and Europe casino company is well positioned for share gains.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2025
By Erica Sloan February 20, 2025 Sparkly beverages pumped with prebiotic fiber have been bubbling up for some time now, positioned both as gut-helpers and healthier alts to classic soda.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for position
Noun
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There are no term limits, no board, and it is considered a job for life.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
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The debate over immigrants taking jobs that Americans supposedly could fill has been ongoing for decades, if not longer.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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She's got a handful of credits to her name, including a role in Sister Act 2, which also starred Goldberg.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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But that has never been his role or something he is asked to do – the Florida native is typically asked to rebound, finish at the cup, and move on defense.—
Tony East,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Sutton said that many similar protests were planned at the hundreds of national park locations across the country.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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The location served as a Civil War hospital during the local Battle of Folck’s Mill.—
Trudy Haywood Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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The station is an integral part of naval operations overseas, housing approximately 7,000 troops and their families.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
26 Feb. 2025
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Dwayne Croft bought his scratch-off ticket in The Cash Wheel game at the gas station convenience store chain at 14068 Narcoossee Road in Orlando, the Florida Lottery said Feb. 25.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Not only does the Sonoran Desert region offer over 200 different courses for players of all levels, but spring weather is optimal before the arrival of grueling summer heat.—
David Weiss,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Some fruits and vegetables containing high levels aren’t even orange, Parker said.—
Gillian Mohney,
Verywell Health,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Wards of the state typically are placed in guardianships with close relatives.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
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Every player has the ability to place two portals on the map and travel through them, as well as utilize the ones set by others.—
Echo Apsey,
Rolling Stone,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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However, to be able to do something that's never been done, solve difficult problems or choose a solution that best fits your company's situation.—
Arie Abramovici,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Musk's Saturday message took some administration officials by surprise, according to two sources familiar with the situation.—
Dan Levine,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Liang’s vast, all-consuming solitude pierces through each of these phases, as does his unfulfilled yen for presence and purpose: Though this particular island time slips and stretches and swerves back and forth, no clear future ever materializes for him.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2025
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The crucial difference from last season is his belief in his own abilities to alter events to his own purposes.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Position.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/position. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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