occupying

Example Sentences

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At the time, he was perceived as occupying the party’s far-right fringe.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

An example comes from how investors react to midterm elections when, as is often the case, the political party occupying the White House loses seats in Congress.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Bose-Einstein Condensates are another, with ultracold atoms occupying the same quantum state.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

During a game, PSG have players who act as anchors occupying zones that provide the team with balance.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Officially, four occupying powers divided the city into Soviet, American, British, and French sectors.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau