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postured

VERB

display an attitude

Synonyms

STRONG

affect attitudinize display fake masquerade playact pose

WEAK

do a bit do for effect fake it make a show pass for pass off put on airs put up a front show off

Antonyms

STRONG

withhold

WEAK

be truthful

Example Sentences

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"These movements ensured that US forces remain postured, protected and ready to respond decisively for any emerging threat," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

“I can tell you right now with full certainty, we are not postured to, nor do we intend or expect to take any military action in Venezuela at any time.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

“As announced in September 2023, the Department of Defense is postured to provide robust enabling support for the MSS, including planning assistance, information sharing, airlift, communications, and medical support,” Southern Command said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024

Mr Austin told the committee in his opening statement that there has been a review of the chain of command process, saying the "system must be postured better" so this does not happen again.

From BBC • Feb. 29, 2024

With some you postured and with some you groveled and with some you were imperious.

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara