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as in being
to occupy a place or location
the monument that sits at the entrance to the battlefield
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Recent Examples of sitting
The smell of Auntie Anne’s cinnamon pretzels mixed with movie popcorn and old pizza that had been sitting under the lights a little too long.
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Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
The entire series of Cruel Intentions is out, and sitting at #4, despite poor reviews.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Netflix has another hit on its hands with Black Doves, the Keira Knightley spy thriller sitting at #1 on the charts with a 94% review score that only dipped recently to a 98%.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While sitting bundled up in a chair, Lefebvre wore large sunglasses with a paper plate filled with birdseed attached and waited for her first visitor.
—Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
The entire series of Cruel Intentions is out, and sitting at #4, despite poor reviews.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Netflix has another hit on its hands with Black Doves, the Keira Knightley spy thriller sitting at #1 on the charts with a 94% review score that only dipped recently to a 98%.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While sitting bundled up in a chair, Lefebvre wore large sunglasses with a paper plate filled with birdseed attached and waited for her first visitor.
—Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sitting
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While she's become a pop culture phenomenon, spawning numerous parodies from Saturday Night Live, Ariana Grande and TikTok users online, Nara finds her own inspiration closer to home.Athena Sobhan, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
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That film was a box office hit, earning $136 million at the global box office and spawning four sequels.Angelique Jackson, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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Conflict is inevitable because humans are complex by nature, and within a team setting this is amplified through a collection of infinitely complex individuals.Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
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Henry, by the way, is one rushing touchdown away from setting a franchise record and 217 rushing yards away from 2,000 for the season.Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Andy Reid isn’t going to change his grinding approach, putting points at a premium.Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2025
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The aviation analytics firm found that less than 75% of JetBlue's flights arrived on schedule, putting the airline behind all the major domestic carriers, including some of its low-cost rivals.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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The course proved to be a scenic one, as Connor also encountered some local wildlife, including a crocodile lounging by the water at the 13th hole and two antelopes locked in a playful antler battle near a sand trap.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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This plush hooded fleece bathrobe is perfect for lounging, featuring an adjustable waist belt for a secure fit and two front pockets for convenient storage.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
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Pino’s camera records Richard lying facedown, handcuffed, while Blum steps over his legs.Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Upon entry to the hotel room, police found a 24-year-old woman lying dead with evidence of recent injuries.Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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During the winter months, your lawn is either growing slowly or resting in dormancy, depending on the climate in your region.Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2025
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But the infection typically does improve with resting, drinking fluids and over-the-counter medication.Christina Shaw, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Sitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sitting. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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