position of trust

noun phrase

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

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In handing down the sentence, Montenegro said Bonillo understood the scope of his misdeeds, abused his position of trust and used that position to enrich himself while undermining CBP’s main goal. Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025 Jurors also found true allegations that Christensen used a firearm in the killing and took advantage of a position of trust. Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025 As a foster parent, Hickenlooper said Lewis is in a position of trust. Cameron Knight, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2025 Licensed therapists shouldn’t be able to abuse their position of trust to push an agenda that causes long-lasting harm to kids and families. Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025 Alvarez’s legal penalties reflect the position of trust held by tax preparers—tasked with managing sensitive financial information and ensuring clients comply with the law. Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 The jury also agreed to multiple aggravating factors in the case, including causing great bodily injury to a child under 5, using a weapon and taking advantage of a position of trust. Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024 Because remember, broadcasters are placed in a special position of trust. Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 4 Nov. 2024

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“Position of trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/position%20of%20trust. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.

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