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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3
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
Randy Watts, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Together, these releases continue to cement Tier’s position as a brand that doesn’t just follow trends but sets them through intention and storytelling.
—Essence, 25 July 2025
Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 25 July 2025
Behind them, in the Necessary Evil, the team of observers positioned themselves, ready for the detonation.
—Literary Hub, 24 July 2025
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Noun
Employees of William O’Neil + Company and its affiliates may now or in the future have positions in securities mentioned in this communication.
—Randy Watts, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Together, these releases continue to cement Tier’s position as a brand that doesn’t just follow trends but sets them through intention and storytelling.
—Essence, 25 July 2025
Verb
Perhaps that’s why, during the Civil War, Lincoln had artillery positioned facing Baltimore rather than toward the Confederacy.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 25 July 2025
Behind them, in the Necessary Evil, the team of observers positioned themselves, ready for the detonation.
—Literary Hub, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for position
Noun
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Texans need solutions — on flooding, health care, schools, jobs, the costs of housing and groceries.—
Eleanor Dearman
Updated August 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Aug. 2025
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There’s nothing more validating than a job well done as the moon and sun harmonize.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their overall role is still small but significantly elevated when viewed as part of the non-carbon share.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The struggling reliever blew a save in Monday’s series-opener and has scuffled since the start of July, forcing Boone to consider alternatives for the closer’s role.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These tools automatically calculate the correct tax rates based on the customer’s location and the product being sold, reducing the chances of human error. 2.—
Gary Galstyan,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Here’s a look at the shuttered retailers whose former locations are being revived by Spirit Halloween this season.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In 2020, the private company began ferrying astronauts to the station as part of the agency's Commercial Crew Program, ending a reliance on Russia for rides to the station after the retirement of the Space Shuttle program in 2011.—
Brendan Byrne,
NPR,
1 Aug. 2025
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With an advanced appropriations cycle, the CPB also helped give stations certainty in their budgets.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Slow, diaphragmatic breathing can help bring down stress levels—even in the bathroom.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
30 July 2025
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All levels of hotels will see an increase in business, but upper tier properties will naturally be the most desirable.—
Shonda Novak,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Around 60 people placed bets, ranging from £7 to £400, on Paqueta to receive a yellow card in at least one of the four matches.—
Ali Rampling,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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People near South Pleasant Valley Road and Interstate 84 south of Blacks Creek Road were placed on a warning to prepare to evacuate if needed, according to the Ada County Sheriff’s Office.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This situation with Mubi has been giving Huang déjà vu.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
1 Aug. 2025
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Estate planning: Consult with a tax professional to review and update your estate plan to align with your current financial situation and goals.—
Cindy McGhee,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Losing a sense of purpose after selling a company Kass and Mike aren't the only entrepreneurs to feel a sense of aimlessness after selling their company.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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The disregard that Trump administration immigration officials have for the law extends to denying members of Congress the ability to inspect ICE detention facilities for the purposes of oversight.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Position.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/position. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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