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in a position to

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having the power or ability to
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UniCredit expects to dictate the German bank’s strategy from the beginning of next year, and that it would be in a position to call a shareholder vote to exercise its control if necessary, Orcel said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

He informed viewers that the network “has not seen the evidence yet and is not in a position to evaluate the accuracy of the president’s statement and claims.”

From Salon Jul. 22, 2026

"If you're in a position to do something for other people and to make a difference to them, then do it," Woodrow said.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

“We’re not in a position to turn away dollars,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 20, 2026

She turned to Cilia, ‘And I promise you, I will be in a position to give your sister the best care and training.’

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes




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