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as in durations
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
a tradition of long standing
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as in ranks
the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
my standing in the class at the time of graduation
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Recent Examples of standings
Each of those three teams finished in the top four of the Supporters’ Shield standings in their respective seasons.
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Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The Mavericks have sat atop the pro-hockey league’s standings for weeks, so securing a spot in the postseason may feel like a formality.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
What’s become one for the ages is how the Titans regrouped and rallied to finish third in the conference standings.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Only a half-game separates the Kings and Pacers in a race to the bottom of the NBA standings as teams jockey for position in the 2026 NBA draft, which is expected to be one of the best in recent memory.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Two straight victories have dropped the Nets to fourth in the lottery standings entering Tuesday’s rematch against the Pistons at Barclays Center, per Tankathon, a half-game behind the Washington Wizards for third.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 10 Mar. 2026
The 47-17 Spurs and 50-15 Thunder rank second and first, respectively, in the NBA’s overall standings, and third and first in net rating.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
There is a frantic race to nab the fifth and sixth spots in the final standings and avoid the Play-In.
—Tony Jones, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The Avs play Tuesday night in Anaheim, holding a six-point lead on the Dallas Stars for first place in the Central Division, Western Conference and the overall NHL standings.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The Mavericks have sat atop the pro-hockey league’s standings for weeks, so securing a spot in the postseason may feel like a formality.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
What’s become one for the ages is how the Titans regrouped and rallied to finish third in the conference standings.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Only a half-game separates the Kings and Pacers in a race to the bottom of the NBA standings as teams jockey for position in the 2026 NBA draft, which is expected to be one of the best in recent memory.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Two straight victories have dropped the Nets to fourth in the lottery standings entering Tuesday’s rematch against the Pistons at Barclays Center, per Tankathon, a half-game behind the Washington Wizards for third.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 10 Mar. 2026
The 47-17 Spurs and 50-15 Thunder rank second and first, respectively, in the NBA’s overall standings, and third and first in net rating.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
There is a frantic race to nab the fifth and sixth spots in the final standings and avoid the Play-In.
—Tony Jones, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The Avs play Tuesday night in Anaheim, holding a six-point lead on the Dallas Stars for first place in the Central Division, Western Conference and the overall NHL standings.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for standings
Noun
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Kramer said teams that visited Kansas City were here for various durations.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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While this design choice might seem inconvenient for prolonged use, a light press suffices, and most users will likely engage the stabilization for short durations.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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The first award for Best Casting comes amid the Academy's initiatives to diversify its voting ranks and competitive brackets.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Mar. 2026
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Jimmy Fox is climbing the ranks at Fremantle, which continues to tinker with its executive set.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Horned Frogs’ chances of returning to March Madness appeared unlikely at times this season.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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Though people may be eager to jump in the ocean in the coming days, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued a warning Wednesday telling people to avoid the water at several beaches due to high bacteria levels.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Members voted 4-1 to approve a three-year permit with conditions that set minimum staffing levels, ban the housing of minors and provide for a city oversight committee.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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The ones in their personal lives, the ones that may not have happened if not for their old coach.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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Mayor Kirk Watson has made affordability his top priority and says part of the goal should be making sure the city remains open to a wide array of populations, including young people who are starting lives and careers after coming to the city for college.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Mar. 2026
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Texas dominated many national rankings in the report as well, with the ZIP code encompassing the Dallas suburb of Crandall ranking second on the list and a more urban Dallas ZIP code ranking 10th.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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Bubblefest, a spring break tradition at the learning museum, opened over the weekend and will have shows on select dates through April 12.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
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Hosford, the security director at International SOS, suggests travelers stay flexible with travel dates, check fares at nearby airports and set alerts for price drops.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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In the accounts of parents and officials who spoke anonymously, the students described administrators beating them with sticks on their legs, backs and genitals while being forced to maintain stress positions.—
MARK BANCHEREAU THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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Open positions include detention officer, recreation supervisor, certified medical assistant, psychiatrist, shift supervisor, assistant shift supervisor, master scheduler, locksmith, maintenance worker and human resource assistant.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Standings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standings. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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