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in a position to

PHRASE
having the power or ability to
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"We have demonstrated that when we are in a position to reduce tariffs, we do so without delay, and we hope to be able to do so again, once the global markets allow this."

From BBC Sep. 4, 2026

In Avore’s mind, these states are simply not in a position to comply with the new rules.

From Slate Sep. 3, 2026

“So it’s something they know” and in which they are in a position to play the long game, Reading said.

From MarketWatch Aug. 19, 2026

Haas said Thursday that Fermi is in a position to take advantage of the logjam.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

But even if I were ever in a position to help, she wouldn’t need it more than she does now.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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