being there

Example Sentences

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“Politics is all about money and timing — both the amount of time and being there at the right time.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

"Although we wear different uniforms, we are driven by the same purpose - being there for people when they need it most," he said.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

There are advantages to not being there: At home, you have instant replay, closeups, announcers providing a stream of information, or Mr. Tucci sparing you the plane flight and calories.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

But being there, it also didn’t feel that simple.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

“I’ll tell him to wave to you. I know it’s not the same as being there myself, but...”

From "The Lions of Little Rock" by Kristin Levine