1
as in jobs
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 roles
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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as in locations
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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as in stations
the place where someone is assigned to stand or remain
the soldiers were commanded to hold their position on the hill at all costs
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as in levels
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 places
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
positioned the chairs around the room
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Recent Examples of positions
Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 May 2026
In a separate vote, the board approved cutting 221 classified, or non-educator, positions.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Essential worker roles include healthcare positions, teachers, military members, fire and police officers, charity workers, social workers, government employees, supermarket staff, and delivery and transport staff.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The challenge is that around 2,700 CMS positions are entirely funded by the county, not the state.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
California’s long-term fiscal pressures, such as its healthcare and education expenses, are growing, State Controller Malia Cohen warned Tuesday, presenting an annual audit of the state’s financial positions.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
About 120 assistant principal positions are on the chopping block, Banks said, potentially shrinking the union’s membership by about 10%.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Achane is one of the most explosive skill positions players in the league.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Herbst urged Williams to stop creating new staff positions when the city is potentially facing a string of tight budget years.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 May 2026
Available for 50,000 euros a week, the villa positions itself firmly within the ultra-luxury category, though Château de Berne appears less interested in traditional notions of opulence than in constructing a particularly French perspective.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Indeed, the firm positions it more as a guest house than a full-time home.
—Adam Williams
may 12, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
Instead, the book acts as a credential that positions the author as a leading voice in their field.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Jeff noted that more than 65% of Qnity’s business is tied to semiconductors, which positions the company to benefit from ongoing AI and data center spending.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 8 May 2026
That positions them to be a team willing to take a winger, and Novotny checks the competitive boxes they’re attracted to while having strength and speed.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 7 May 2026
The approach positions creators as upstream partners in IP ownership, monetization and long-term value creation, reshaping traditional entertainment economics.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Those numbers pose a major challenge as Rodríguez increasingly positions herself for what many inside the transitional government expect will eventually become a presidential campaign.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Noun
Congress approve an additional $44 million to the BIS to combat illicit export of technology and additional set of full- and -part-time positions devoted to export enforcement, AI executive order implementation, and modernization—all directed toward this exact issue.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 May 2026
In a separate vote, the board approved cutting 221 classified, or non-educator, positions.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Essential worker roles include healthcare positions, teachers, military members, fire and police officers, charity workers, social workers, government employees, supermarket staff, and delivery and transport staff.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
The challenge is that around 2,700 CMS positions are entirely funded by the county, not the state.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
California’s long-term fiscal pressures, such as its healthcare and education expenses, are growing, State Controller Malia Cohen warned Tuesday, presenting an annual audit of the state’s financial positions.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
About 120 assistant principal positions are on the chopping block, Banks said, potentially shrinking the union’s membership by about 10%.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Achane is one of the most explosive skill positions players in the league.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Herbst urged Williams to stop creating new staff positions when the city is potentially facing a string of tight budget years.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
Verb
The announcement positions the system as suitable for missions requiring both speed and image quality.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 May 2026
Available for 50,000 euros a week, the villa positions itself firmly within the ultra-luxury category, though Château de Berne appears less interested in traditional notions of opulence than in constructing a particularly French perspective.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Indeed, the firm positions it more as a guest house than a full-time home.
—Adam Williams
may 12, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
Instead, the book acts as a credential that positions the author as a leading voice in their field.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Jeff noted that more than 65% of Qnity’s business is tied to semiconductors, which positions the company to benefit from ongoing AI and data center spending.
—Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 8 May 2026
That positions them to be a team willing to take a winger, and Novotny checks the competitive boxes they’re attracted to while having strength and speed.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 7 May 2026
The approach positions creators as upstream partners in IP ownership, monetization and long-term value creation, reshaping traditional entertainment economics.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Those numbers pose a major challenge as Rodríguez increasingly positions herself for what many inside the transitional government expect will eventually become a presidential campaign.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for positions
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Mom worked multiple jobs while also studying but sacrificed everything to make sure her son and daughter could have a bright future.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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And thousands of jobs have been cut in the process, with web infrastructure company Cloudflare and cryptocurrency firm Coinbase among the latest to announce staff cuts.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Cotillard’s daughter, 9, and son, 15, are encouraging their mother to accept more leading roles in studio films.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Essential worker roles include healthcare positions, teachers, military members, fire and police officers, charity workers, social workers, government employees, supermarket staff, and delivery and transport staff.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
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Lisa’s Safe Haven Childcare, which has eight locations throughout Northwest Indiana, hosted Monday’s event while its workers were on strike.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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Customers will be able to purchase stamps starting June 9, in person at most Post Office locations nationwide, online or by phone at 844-737-7826.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
Noun
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From swastikas scrawled in school bathrooms and subway stations to antisemitic graffiti targeting synagogues and Jewish institutions, symbols of hate are appearing with growing visibility in everyday American life.—
Ariella Noveck,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Cameras won't be banned from the high-profile murder case of the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk, a Utah judge ruled Friday, saying coverage requests from news stations would continue to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The department said its Gaslamp Enforcement teams can face large crowds, active fights and high levels of intoxication and sometimes deal with situations that quickly escalate.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The hotel runs on a mix of solar and diesel power, switching to the next-generation generators when battery levels drop below 40%.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Harris’ approach to storytelling — methodical, exacting and surreal — places her within a storied tradition.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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Also, the side plank places more emphasis on your glutes and hip abductors, as your bottom leg pushes up against gravity.—
Saralyn Ward,
Health,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Though Kneeland largely kept his personal life private, Mancera had shared photos with the late NFL player on social media dating back to at least 2022, including several posts supporting him during his second season with the Cowboys.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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In Solano County, Garamendi, who has served in Congress since 2009 and held senior posts in state government since the 1970s, faces three challengers — two Democrats and one Republican — in the redrawn 8th District.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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For all intents and purposes, the bulk of the offseason acquisition for the Dallas Cowboys is wrapped up.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 May 2026
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Water conservation The communities of Auburn Hills, Rochester Hills and Orion Township have urged all of their residents to conserve water and use it only for necessary purposes.—
Nicholas Lentz,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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“Positions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positions. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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