centering

Example Sentences

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Rather than centering himself as a victim, he framed the incident as a test of national character, urging Americans to reject political cruelty and recommit to shared democratic values.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

While many international productions of “Carmen” have historically minimized Spain by centering its titular femme fatale, Hindoyan said this version puts the Mediterranean country back in the picture.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Officials appear to have converged on a near-term halt in rate reductions, with their debate now centering around what conditions justify further rate cuts -- and how quickly these should take place.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

At the same time, there has been a centering of coaches in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

I hold up my pendant to the sky, centering the dwarf sun in the middle of the obsidian.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera