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supine

[soo-pahyn, soo-pahyn] / suˈpaɪn, ˈsu paɪn /




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This was too much even for habitually supine Republican senators, who took their wrath out on Mr. Blanche.

From The Wall Street Journal May 26, 2026

That brings us to the supine response of Congress to Kennedy’s actions.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2025

Whether it's cosy fare to view by the fire or in a supine position – or a gentle comedy that you can share with family, we've got you.

From Salon Dec. 20, 2024

"They do not at the moment. They are too supine, too incurious, too compliant," he said.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2023

The thud of Ignatius’ fall had attracted Miss Trixie from the ladies’ room; she came around the files and tripped on the mountain of supine flesh.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole




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