sit back
Example Sentences
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I sit back, try to control my temper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
For cast and crew, it's now time to sit back and watch their final piece of work.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
“Right now is a unique time for independent producers because we don’t have to sit back and wait for a studio,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
But we can do more than sit back and get bitten.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
He hardly had time to sit back down when he heard Ann's voice booming down the hallway as if through a bullhorn.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
