sit for

Example Sentences

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Like many in Paris, Sargent was fascinated by Gautreau and asked her to sit for him.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Paxton, in his second term, was made to sit for the six-hour questioning for a lawsuit involving a falling-out between two of his former friends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Beneath the surface, magma shifts position, changes chemically, and can sit for long stretches before finally erupting.

From Science Daily • Feb. 23, 2026

At one point, he even appeared to tweak his injured knee, forcing him to sit for a long stretch.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

I turn off the engine and sit for a few minutes.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven