crouch

Example Sentences

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But don’t let fear put your portfolio into a defensive crouch.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Now, Pope John believed, it was time to leave that defensive crouch and boldly proclaim Jesus as “the light of the nations.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

I crouch on the floor and ruthlessly Google image search nearly every piece, sweating profusely under the flimsy output of a nearby fan and the confused gaze of the guy behind the counter.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025

The truck began to crouch in its stance, sinking toward the ground.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2025

I crouch down on the floor next to Jonah, and Maverick bounces to me, puts his paws on my shoulders, and slurps my face.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam