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
Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Most producers in his position would have used the clout from Breaking Bad’s success to make a dream project.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Rescuers were attempting to use a first-floor window near where the man was positioned, but then had to retreat due to a cloud of debris and fears that the structure would further collapse.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
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Noun
In addition, Simmons again voiced his disappointment in his wide receivers, and there is little doubt the coach will focus on that position for next year, both with freshmen and with transfers.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Most producers in his position would have used the clout from Breaking Bad’s success to make a dream project.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
With a price tag of $150,000, Jetson is positioning its vehicle not as a toy for the wealthy but as a potential tool for first responders and mountain rescue missions.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Rescuers were attempting to use a first-floor window near where the man was positioned, but then had to retreat due to a cloud of debris and fears that the structure would further collapse.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for position
Noun
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Duffy had been angling to hold on to the NASA job, according to media reports.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ausberry was promoted to the interim job in Woodward’s place, and the board gave him the authority to lead the coaching hire.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The wins over Villa and Madrid were achieved with Andy Robertson restored at left-back, at the expense of new signing Milos Kerkez, and with Dominik Szoboszlai bringing more balance and physical presence by reprising last season’s advanced-midfield role.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Because he was getting agitated by the role.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Mulberry Street between Hester and Canal was our new stomping ground and shooting location.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Jacksonville can count on several military facilities, including naval stations and a submarine base, and Washington is, of course, home to the Pentagon.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The system works seamlessly with both analog and digital FPV stations, ensuring real-time video transmission and night operation capabilities.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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This can support the aircraft’s weight, allowing a gentle descent with the wings level.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Therefore, the present work supports the belief that rational materials design at both the macro and atomic levels can solve long-standing challenges, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In the video, the man moves to kiss Sheinbaum's neck and place his hands on her upper body.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Other apparent daycare employees could be seen trying to get to her after she was placed in the ICE vehicle, with one holding a small child.—
Bonny Chu , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Morant situation unfolded after the team's 117-112 loss to the Lakers, during which some perceived that the Grizzlies star displayed a lack of effort.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Running back Breece Hall, who reportedly requested a trade himself before the deadline, and edge rusher Jermaine Johnson both took to X to share their thoughts on the situation.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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However, this approach defeats the primary purpose of insurance, which is to protect against catastrophic costs in the event of an unexpected medical crisis.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Grief pressed in, but so did purpose.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Position.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/position. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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