position of trust

noun phrase

: a job/position in which one has a lot of responsibility and power

Examples of position of trust in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The prosecution alleged that Flores used his position of trust to prey on young teenagers. Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2024 But Deputy District Attorney Kalin Everett said Page adopted a position of trust to take care of vulnerable toddlers and ensure a safe environment. Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 27 June 2024 As a substance abuse counselor, George O. Ramsey III was in a position of trust with people who were desperate for help. Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 13 June 2024 Fiduciary is a broad term meaning a position of trust and responsibility. Martin Shenkman, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024 Hate definitely should not be rewarded with a public position of trust — especially on a commission intended to promote positive human relations. Shelley Zimmerman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2024 This process is forever damaged if clergy misuses their position of trust. Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2023 That unique position of trust also puts them in a position of power over their patients. Michelle Simpson Tuegel, STAT, 7 Sep. 2023 Once Ma was back in custody, a judge declined to set bail for her, noting that Ma had been in a position of trust. Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2023

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“Position of trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/position%20of%20trust. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

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