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positions

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //pəˈzɪʃənz// UK //pəzˈɪʃənz// po·si·tions

n. the places where people or things are located. It can also mean the opinions you have about a topic or the jobs you hold in a company.

n. the physical locations or arrangements of objects; alternatively, the specific stances or viewpoints held within an argument. Often refers to formal roles or ranks within a hierarchical organization.


SIMPLE

The players took their positions on the field.

CONTEXTUAL

After the merger, several senior management positions became available to internal candidates.

COMPLEX

The debate stalled because neither side was willing to compromise on their original positions regarding the proposed environmental regulations.

Synonyms
Usage

Frequently used in the plural to describe a set of related locations, job openings, or intellectual stances.

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