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Definitions

catbird seat

NOUN
position of great advantage
Synonyms
WEAK
commanding position complete control controlling position enviable position high perch high place lofty perch position of influence position of power power position seat of power throne

Example Sentences

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They are in the catbird seat to monetize AI.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Chevron’s catbird seat in the region is the culmination of Wirth’s yearslong effort to persuade Washington that his company is a stabilizing force that prevents China from controlling strategically important oil fields.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

These people and institutions are in the catbird seat of economic policy now.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025

It sounds as if Musk is really in this catbird seat.

From Slate • Aug. 1, 2025

In the meantime, Catalent and Thermo are "in the catbird seat" leading the market due to their existing capabilities, said Barclays analyst Luke Sergott.

From Reuters • Oct. 9, 2023

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