bench
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As an option off the bench, Aguirre could turn to 17-year-old Gilberto Mora, the youngest player in the tournament, who is sure to draw cheers from the crowd.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
I was sitting on a bench, and I looked over, and there was a huge commotion, and all the couple's friends were there.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The judges who presided over this travesty are still on the bench.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
It’s doubtful that Ross or any judge would exhibit such leniency from the bench when confronted with litigants’ similar misconduct.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Spying an empty bus shelter on the opposite side of the street, I sit on the icy metal bench and wrap my arms tight around my calves, rest my forehead on my knees.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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