sitting

Example Sentences

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It took a third of the season to establish a consistent connection with Stafford, but Adams led the NFL with 14 touchdown catches despite sitting out three games because of a hamstring injury.

From Los Angeles Times

By-elections are a nightmare for any candidates standing on behalf of a sitting government.

From BBC

While Spurs have endured a difficult campaign to date - sitting 14th in the Premier League - Palhinha has already made 30 appearances.

From BBC

This past week, he attended Supreme Court arguments over whether a president can remove a sitting Fed governor.

From Barron's

"I think it's very high-risk. By-elections are a nightmare for any candidates standing on behalf of a sitting government. I don't think Andy should take that risk."

From BBC