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Position

Verb / pʌˈzɪʃʌn / Another word for position — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Position means the place where someone or something is located.

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Common collocations

  • take a position
  • hold a position
  • position paper
  • job position
  • strategic position
  • defensive position
  • position of strength
  • power position

Word family

adjective positional

Usage note

The word 'position' can refer to a physical location, a job, or an opinion. Be mindful of the context to use the most appropriate synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I am in a good position to win the race.
  2. The cat is in a strange position on the shelf.
  3. I need to adjust the position of my chair.
  4. The position of the sun in the sky changes throughout the day.
  5. He applied for a position at the company.

Quotes

  • The position of the artist is humble. He is essentially a channel. - Piet Mondrian
  • The most important thing is to be in a good position to receive the ball. - Zinedine Zidane
  • The position of the United States, as a matter of fact, is that we are neutral in this dispute. - John Foster Dulles

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