as in situated
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
positioned the chairs around the room
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Recent Examples of positioned
It has been widely expected since Lam’s reelection as Communist Party head in January, when observers noted that his consolidation of party authority positioned him to assume the presidency as well.
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ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
Clearly visible in the mouth of the enzyme were the cell surface molecules, positioned in a way that showed how the enzyme cuts the head off and turns it into a ring.
—Matthew Cordes, The Conversation, 6 Apr. 2026
The approach is positioned as a complementary solution, targeting mixed or contaminated plastics that conventional recycling cannot process effectively.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
As such, they can be positioned to capitalize on small sunny spots around a home, from an apartment balcony to a yard.
—Drew Kann, AJC.com, 6 Apr. 2026
And in his eyes, younger workers are the best positioned to take advantage of these.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
But Isaacman has also positioned himself as a visionary firebrand in the space community who is ready for change.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
Zelensky has also positioned Ukraine as a potential partner in safeguarding global trade routes, offering assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz by sharing Ukraine’s experiences securing maritime corridors in the Black Sea.
—Serra Yedikardes, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
The vehicle is positioned as a Grand Opening car that redefines the luxury roadster segment.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
Clearly visible in the mouth of the enzyme were the cell surface molecules, positioned in a way that showed how the enzyme cuts the head off and turns it into a ring.
—Matthew Cordes, The Conversation, 6 Apr. 2026
The approach is positioned as a complementary solution, targeting mixed or contaminated plastics that conventional recycling cannot process effectively.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
As such, they can be positioned to capitalize on small sunny spots around a home, from an apartment balcony to a yard.
—Drew Kann, AJC.com, 6 Apr. 2026
And in his eyes, younger workers are the best positioned to take advantage of these.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
But Isaacman has also positioned himself as a visionary firebrand in the space community who is ready for change.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
Zelensky has also positioned Ukraine as a potential partner in safeguarding global trade routes, offering assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz by sharing Ukraine’s experiences securing maritime corridors in the Black Sea.
—Serra Yedikardes, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
The vehicle is positioned as a Grand Opening car that redefines the luxury roadster segment.
—Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for positioned
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Another two bedrooms are situated down here, as well, with the entire estate encompassing six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and three powder rooms.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2026
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It’s partitioned by a long, tiled bar along the left wall, situated behind the hearth and its surrounding oval counter and framed, aesthetically, by double Moroccan doors painted in hypnotic geometries.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was placed on administrative duties, according to police.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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The signs replace a display of 32 fabric flags that previously flew along the overpass fence, originally placed by community members after the crash, according to an ITD news release.—
Rose Evans
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Simply put, there’s no way that your husband won’t have to deal with this.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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At this point, as one aide put it, Tisza is Magyar, and Magyar is Tisza.—
Kapil Komireddi,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The church is located at 13925 El Camino Real, San Diego, 92130.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Donaldsonville was located in the center of the state’s thriving sugar industry, which was rife with planters growing wealthy on the labor of the enslaved.—
Brenda Wineapple,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Positioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positioned. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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