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position

Pronunciation: [/pəˈzɪʃ.n̩/]

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position: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use position in a sentence: 15 audio examples across 5 meanings.

Context: “location”

(noun) the place where someone or something is located or situated. It tells you where something or someone is.

Example

She found a good position to watch the concert from.

Example

His position on the map was lost.

Example

What is your position in the line?

Context: “status or rank”

(noun) a person's job, title, or standing in a group. It shows someone's role or importance.

Example

He was promoted to a higher position at work.

Example

She lost her position as team captain after the game.

Example

What position do you hold at the company?

Context: “opinion or stance”

(noun) a perspective, viewpoint, or belief that someone holds. It reflects how someone sees or feels about something.

Example

Her position on the issue was well thought out and presented.

Example

His position was unclear, and he seemed to waver on the topic.

Example

What is your position on the new policy?

Context: “sports or games”

(noun) a player's placement or role in a game or competition. It determines where someone plays or what they do in a match.

Example

He plays the forward position in basketball.

Example

She was out of position and missed the pass.

Example

What position do you prefer to play in soccer?

Context: “placement”

(verb) to put or locate something in a particular place. It involves positioning an object or person in a specific spot.

Example

He positioned the bookshelf against the wall.

Example

She accidentally positioned the mirror crookedly.

Example

How do you want to position the chairs for the meeting?

How to pronounce position

Pronunciation: [/pəˈzɪʃ.n̩/]

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