catbird seat

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They are in the catbird seat to monetize AI.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Chevron’s catbird seat in the region is the culmination of Wirth’s yearslong effort to persuade Washington that his company is a stabilizing force that prevents China from controlling strategically important oil fields.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

It sounds as if Musk is really in this catbird seat.

From Slate • Aug. 1, 2025

In the meantime, Catalent and Thermo are "in the catbird seat" leading the market due to their existing capabilities, said Barclays analyst Luke Sergott.

From Reuters • Oct. 9, 2023

Still, the IOC is not totally in the catbird seat.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2015