on the bench
Example Sentences
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His teammates on the bench stood and cheered, as did the fans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
Reece James, who has trained this week after recovering from a hamstring injury, is expected to be on the bench alongside fellow full-back Djed Spence.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
So while the justices won’t be back on the bench until fall, I can’t promise they’re done making headlines.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2026
His three goals here have taken his international tally to nine in 12 matches—though even that undersells how effective he is since he has spent most of those on the bench.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026
Mr. Scanlon spread his cards on the bench.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
