as in to put
to arrange something in a certain spot or position
the new industrial complex is situated near the highway
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Recent Examples of situate
The Super Sub is currently undergoing trials in Curaçao, an island situated north of Venezuela.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026
Luna Island is a unique spot to visit situated between the American and Bridal Veil Falls, while the Three Sisters Islands have calmer, more relaxing views of the river.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
The effects go well beyond halting shipments of fertilizer produced in the Gulf, which is situated at the head of a vast global supply chain.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Remember, California natives should not need to be watered once they are established if they are properly situated — in sync with the cultural conditions of their habitat.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026
Luna Island is a unique spot to visit situated between the American and Bridal Veil Falls, while the Three Sisters Islands have calmer, more relaxing views of the river.
—Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
The effects go well beyond halting shipments of fertilizer produced in the Gulf, which is situated at the head of a vast global supply chain.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
Remember, California natives should not need to be watered once they are established if they are properly situated — in sync with the cultural conditions of their habitat.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for situate
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That $4 million APY puts him outside the Top 30 among all offensive tackles in the league.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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The second half belonged to the Hornets as Grant Williams' 3 put Charlotte up 94-76 entering the fourth quarter.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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There is a priority placed on prevention and providing services to children and families within the home environment.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kaplan and Councilmember Karina Talamantes, who represents a different part of North Natomas, have opposed placing the micro-community at Arena and El Centro, though both support the idea of a temporary homeless shelter.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Residents at Silver Court Mobile Home Park, located near Southwest 8th Street and 32nd Avenue, say they were given six months to vacate after receiving a notice on March 11 from a firm representing the property owner.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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While the Oscars have been located on Hollywood Boulevard since settling into the then-Kodak Theatre, which later changed its name to the Dolby Theatre, over almost a century of celebrating the best in motion pictures the ceremony has bounced between Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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As fuel prices continue to rise, companies indexed to higher-income customers may be best positioned to weather the elements, according to Deutsche Bank.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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That officer turned on their overhead lights and positioned the patrol vehicle to block the lanes of traffic for safety.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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As for which dinosaurs laid them, reporting suggests multiple species may be represented.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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For years, this debate between stricter codes and affordable housing festered behind the scenes, including at the obscure International Code Council, which brings together government officials, contractors, appliance makers and others to lay the groundwork for model codes.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Situate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/situate. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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