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positioning

NOUN
alignment
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adjustment
STRONG
arrangement calibration order sequence sighting
NOUN
deployment
Synonyms
STRONGEST
distribution formation stationing
STRONG
categorization classification disposal disposition grouping implementation lineup organization placement
NOUN
emplacement
Synonyms
STRONG
location place placement site situation space spot station
NOUN
installation
Synonyms
STRONG
accession coronation fitting furnishing inaugural induction installment investiture investment launching ordination
WEAK
instatement placing setting up

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Washington kicked off the operation Monday morning by positioning more than 15 U.S. warships, according to a senior U.S. official.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

An increase in speculator short positioning, meanwhile, “is an indicator for a potential relief rally after five straight weeks of Nymex natural gas losses,” he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

With the appeal of some of the talent already on their roster and a new $150-million practice facility scheduled to open in 2027, the Sparks are positioning themselves for their best season in a while.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Retail investors have been “skipping the dips, selling into rallies, and positioning more defensively,” according to JPMorgan.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

I sensed the unfamiliar positioning of the hairpins in my hair.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath