as in situating
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
positioned the chairs around the room
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Recent Examples of positioning
According to Makaym Dybenko, the system balances customization with military-standard compatibility, positioning DroneHunter Varta as a flexible counter-drone solution for modern combat environments.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
The producers are positioning the project as a potential breakthrough for the cult director.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Now the Santa Clara giant is positioning itself for another year on top.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Panattoni is positioning itself to lead this next phase, including specialist capability for data centres and AI related infrastructure, which are expected to expand rapidly for decades.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Both nations boast vast petroleum reserves and extensive mineral wealth, long positioning themselves as anti-imperialist adversaries of the US.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 7 Jan. 2026
Thornton did not respond to our request for comment on this story, but IndieWire found proof of public interactions Bolea had with the actor, positioning them as enthusiastic supporters of each other’s work at a time when love for Art the Clown was spreading quickly.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Inside 26 Federal Plaza, the building that houses New York City’s immigration courts, ICE officers and Border Patrol agents have been patrolling the halls and positioning themselves outside courtrooms to detain migrants moments after their hearings.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The company is positioning the release as a tool for enterprises that want more control over how their AI systems handle sensitive information, such as medical records or personnel records.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
The producers are positioning the project as a potential breakthrough for the cult director.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
Now the Santa Clara giant is positioning itself for another year on top.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Panattoni is positioning itself to lead this next phase, including specialist capability for data centres and AI related infrastructure, which are expected to expand rapidly for decades.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Both nations boast vast petroleum reserves and extensive mineral wealth, long positioning themselves as anti-imperialist adversaries of the US.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 7 Jan. 2026
Thornton did not respond to our request for comment on this story, but IndieWire found proof of public interactions Bolea had with the actor, positioning them as enthusiastic supporters of each other’s work at a time when love for Art the Clown was spreading quickly.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2025
Inside 26 Federal Plaza, the building that houses New York City’s immigration courts, ICE officers and Border Patrol agents have been patrolling the halls and positioning themselves outside courtrooms to detain migrants moments after their hearings.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The company is positioning the release as a tool for enterprises that want more control over how their AI systems handle sensitive information, such as medical records or personnel records.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for positioning
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The play takes place on a subway train, and though that remains a pivotal setting, Gaines’ opens up the drama, situating Clay and Lula within a broader social landscape, reinforcing the idea that their encounter is not isolated but embedded in the violence of New York City.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
3 Jan. 2026
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Frescoes by Pellegrino Tibaldi depict the liberal arts and the four faculties of medieval knowledge, situating the library within the intellectual framework of its era.—
Navya Verma,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Jan. 2026
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The honor marks Woods’ first appearance on the First Team, placing him among an elite group of 24 boys and girls selected for their outstanding performance throughout the season.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Consider hand-washing or placing the most delicate black garments in a mesh washing bag to offer even more protection.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Lance Strait is one of hundreds of people whose car was damaged after putting gas at a King Soopers gas station in Parker earlier this week.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Or, Allen could solidify his elite status by putting the team on his back much the same way that Jags fan did with Lawrence at a bar.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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After locating handgun ammunition in the SUV, Burbank PD used a helicopter and police dog named Spike to locate Alas along a steep embankment along the freeway.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Officials have requested the public's help in locating the two men, and also shared CCTV footage showing what the men were wearing on New Year’s Day.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Positioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positioning. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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