standing

Example Sentences

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The declaration earned her a standing ovation from her studio audience.

From Los Angeles Times

The first secretary of state is a role which, historically, has had similar standing and functions to that of deputy prime minister, a post currently held by David Lammy.

From BBC

Mom and Dad are standing with their arms around each other while Camille, Andre, and I sit at the dining room table.

From Literature

Maise, the keeper of the books, was standing, with her son and daughter.

From Literature

Restaurant-industry analysts nevertheless say Chipotle’s pricing strategy makes sense because the chain has never been about beating others on cost, but rather by standing out by way of quality.

From MarketWatch