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assume the position

idiom

To turn away, with one's hands in a visible and unmovable position, so that one can be searched.


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Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    assume room temperature

    To die; to be killed.

  2. 02

    assume the mantle

    To take on a specific role or position, along with any associated responsibilities.

  3. 03

    cowgirl position

    A sex position in which the man lies on his back, and the woman sits on top of him facing him.

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