have a seat
Example Sentences
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But thinking about it and listening to everybody here right now, I just am very grateful to have a seat at the table, literally and figuratively.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
“It’s really changed from CCOs wanting to have a seat at the table, to having it, and now being overwhelmed,” said Denise Dahlhoff, head of research, marketing and communications at research group The Conference Board.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
"Wes doesn't have the numbers and Andy doesn't have a seat, for all this noise," one supporter of the prime minister told me.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Today’s AI executives are fighting to make sure that their company will have a seat at the table.
From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026
"And since you can't wear this"—he turned his hand over and let the paper fall to the ground like awkward snowflakes—"you can't run. So take your silver shoes and have a seat."
From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds
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