positioned

past tense of position

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of positioned Investors with a long-term horizon should look beyond the ongoing noise and focus on stocks that are well-positioned to generate strong returns. Tipranks.com, CNBC, 26 July 2026 Longevity cannot be positioned only as an elite pursuit for people who are already well. Billee Howard, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026 At the rear of the home, the inviting chef’s kitchen is perfectly positioned in a U-shape to capture serene lake views. Karen A. Avitabile, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026 The Giants trailed for effectively the entire game but positioned themselves to win in walk-off fashion with two outs in the bottom of the ninth. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 July 2026 With James, the Heat would have been positioned to contend for an NBA championship. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026 For his third foray in the area, Starck channeled Arcachon’s neo-19th-century architecture at a 28-room property primely positioned in the town square to face the bay. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 Most of the industry has been positioned along the coast up until now, away from the key resources. Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 19 July 2026 The main living spaces are positioned on the upper floor to capture light and views. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for positioned
Verb
  • The finished murals, titled The Beginning and The End, were situated in the building’s Hall of Honor, taking advantage of its double-height ceiling.
    Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 21 July 2026
  • Part of Rodale’s success stems from being situated at such integral geography, connecting the Midwest, Southeast and Northeast.
    Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • The statement did not explicitly reject or endorse the constitutional amendment, which Republican lawmakers placed on the ballot.
    Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
  • Another criminalist testified earlier in the multi-day probable cause hearing that several Clorox-type wipes covered in brown stains were found in an inner trash bag placed inside the outer bag.
    Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026
Verb
  • Supporters highlight the other types of revenue data centers bring in and credit the incentive with helping Texas become a leader in the industry, but opponents say the tax break is unnecessary and puts business over people.
    Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
  • Willow pinned Thekla and Skye Blue put Thekla’s foot on the rope.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Verb
  • Meanwhile, Tesla is expanding its physical footprint, preparing to open a massive 119,000 square-foot delivery hub and service center in Chatsworth, located in a former Pacific Theatres multiplex.
    Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • In addition, the finance writer said, homebuyers need to consider where a home is located.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

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“Positioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positioned. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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