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sitting

[sit-ing] / ˈsɪt ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
in seated position
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I knew coming here in November, I might be sitting here in front of a lot of very angry people because this place is in a mess.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“It’s been instilled in me since I was young that it’s important for not only yourself to thrive, but your community to thrive,” Klugo said, sitting in his family’s house in the San Fernando Valley.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

When confronted with an undeniable fact — in this case, thousands of people booing a sitting president — the healthy human mind adjusts its understanding of reality.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

They figured 3 solid ounces per foot, but sand is a little heavy, and he’s sitting in a bathing suit.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

We’re sitting in the Gertrude boat, me in front, Zara behind me, ready for the race to start.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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