1
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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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
Mark Z. Barabak, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
In his position, he was allowed to post pictures, videos, and text to the region’s accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and X — after senior officials at CBP headquarters approved of the post.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
With the main entrance positioned above the building, visitors access the wellness center via a descending staircase and a gently curving ramp.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
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Noun
One of Davis’ greatest assets was his position as lieutenant governor; that currency — incumbency and government know-how — no longer trade at the same high value.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
In his position, he was allowed to post pictures, videos, and text to the region’s accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and X — after senior officials at CBP headquarters approved of the post.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
The trooper positioned his vehicle in front, blocking King’s forward movement and the Revere officers pulled in behind him, according to the report.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
With the main entrance positioned above the building, visitors access the wellness center via a descending staircase and a gently curving ramp.
—New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for position
Noun
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The rule has been expanded that teams must interview two minority candidates for openings at head coach, general managers and the offensive and defensive coordinator jobs.—
Mac Engel
March 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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And this Pios team, the first at DU to ever clinch a third straight Frozen Four bid, might be Carle’s best coaching job yet.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the crash and whether alcohol or drugs played a role, authorities said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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This coating plays a crucial role.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Major companies, including Amazon, Meta, CBS News, and Block, announced large‑scale layoffs earlier in the year, with some cuts stretching into future months depending on location and role.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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In 1996, the bookseller opened a two-story location in downtown’s Sundance Square, on Commerce at East 3rd streets, around the corner from the AMC Palace movie theater.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Officers who responded to the gas station noted extensive damage to the front door and windows, as well as merchandise and debris scattered through the store and parking lot, police said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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There is little glamour late night in a crowded Amtrak station.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Together, the potential departures of two of Kansas City’s most experienced lawmakers — one on his own terms, one forced — could play a role in shaping the city’s future and diminish its ability to secure local priorities at the federal level.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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And decibel levels would abide by local noise ordinances, with the facility’s HVAC system making about as much sound as a standard office system, according to the company.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There is a priority placed on prevention and providing services to children and families within the home environment.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kaplan and Councilmember Karina Talamantes, who represents a different part of North Natomas, have opposed placing the micro-community at Arena and El Centro, though both support the idea of a temporary homeless shelter.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Instead of posing questions about geography or world affairs, the test asked him to tackle hypothetical situations, from the frustrating to the dangerous.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Christie acknowledged that the Kings were in a difficult position given their recent schedule injury situation.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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The robotic characters break free from their restaurant resting place to cause chaos in town, while the villainous Marionette pops up to possess victims for her own nefarious purposes.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Trump has not only stolen top-secret government files, apparently for business purposes but used his office to harass and investigate his political targets.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Position.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/position. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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