Definition of stancenext

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Recent Examples of stance Some people want more charisma, better interviews or more stances on political topics. Josh Yohe, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 The right can’t stop talking about his sharp criticisms of MAGA leadership, disdain for US foreign policy, and his pro-Palestinian stance. Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026 Trump hasn't specifically weighed in on Flock cameras, but with the growing backlash, he's come out and said that his stance is under review. Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026 Freedom has received backlash for his stance, which was also mentioned in the lawsuit. Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stance
Noun
  • Just take a couple of deep breaths for 60 seconds, make sure your exhale is longer than your inhale, and see how your posture and feelings shift toward a calmer state.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • In an awful instant, two boys lose their mother and the movie loses any kind of principled posture.
    Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • It’s long ceased to be a neighborhood that puts on airs, an attitude that liberates us all tonight.
    Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The lax attitude about their home base is just part of the gig.
    Sam Blum, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

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“Stance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stance. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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