Thesaurus results for STANCE

stance

noun

ˈstan(t)s

Definition of stance next

as in posture

a general way of holding the body a slightly aggressive stance

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Recent Examples of stance Rice’s sole opponent for SBC president, Josh Powell, took a similar stance. —

ABC News, 25 June 2026 In June of that year, as the Fed pivoted off its transitory-inflation stance, the team used its quarterly investor call to lay out the changes coming to its investment and property management approach. —

Nia Bowers, USA Today, 25 June 2026 The president criticized senators yesterday over their stance on the conflict in Iran. —

Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 June 2026 Sonko — now the influential speaker of parliament — has softened his anti-restructuring stance. —

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Noun

Humility is the posture; the standard is merciless.

— Luis E. Romero, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
The muscles along your spine and upper back also stay engaged, which can keep your posture in check.

— Alisa Hrustic, Health, 19 June 2026

Definition of posture

Noun

During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 23 June 2026
Formalwear embraced a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, or with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026