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sitting

[sit-ing] / ˈsɪt ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
in seated position
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"Those passengers sitting in the plane, maybe they still have some work stuck, their last wish still unfulfilled."

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

“It’s been instilled in me since I was young that it’s important for not only yourself to thrive, but your community to thrive,” Klugo said, sitting in his family’s house in the San Fernando Valley.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

When confronted with an undeniable fact — in this case, thousands of people booing a sitting president — the healthy human mind adjusts its understanding of reality.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

They figured 3 solid ounces per foot, but sand is a little heavy, and he’s sitting in a bathing suit.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Her sharp eyes took in Wolf sitting innocently behind him, then fixed on Torak .who stared back, willing her not to come any closer.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver




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