sat

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He said it was the first sign of a resolution for 18 months, but the government had "seemingly sat on their hands".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

After the raids, the quinceañera shops, normally packed with girls and doting mothers on weekends, often sat empty.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Arman had just sat down to eat when a deafening sound erupted.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Platner sat for a series of interviews with The Wall Street Journal, which took place in February, March and late May, days before the text messages with women emerged.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Father drew out a chair from the table and Mrs. Kleermaker sat down, still gripping the suitcase.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom