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But don’t expect him to sit still for long.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Although I like unwinding, I can’t actually sit still for very long, so you’ll probably find me doing water sports there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

"Just being able to sit still for long enough in an exam... it's a real distraction when you're trying to perform at your best," she added.

From BBC • May 25, 2024

This included children being able to sit still for long periods of time, infrequently losing their temper and having a good attention span, as reported by parents in questionnaires.

From Science Daily • Nov. 7, 2023

“Perhaps the admiral will agree to sit still for a portrait, Beowulf. In the meantime, we had best cut him down and continue on our way. Lord Fredrick’s party will be here any minute.”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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