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It was noticeable that after an adjournment, he was back in his ramrod style stance with hands out of his pockets, behind his back.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
“At the current OPR level, the MPC considers the monetary policy stance to be consistent with the outlook of continued price stability and sustainable economic growth,” the central bank added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026
The result stoked hopes he will look to wind down the Middle East conflict, which would help temper inflation, and even soften his stance on trade.
From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026
Americans, regardless of partisan stance, are struggling to afford the basics.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2026
Jason bent his knees and pulled the bat back behind his shoulder in a perfect batting stance.
From "The Missing Mitt (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #2)" by Franklin W. Dixon
The 62-year-old leader of the US's largest United Methodist congregation - with 24,000 congregants - had promised voters civility, moderate policy stances and and open ear to their concerns.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
Juanita Vallejo, 40, of Edinburg, Texas, said she sees Hinojosa as an “empowered woman,” and likes her firm stances in support of public schools and curtailing data centers.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
Haines entered parliament in 2019 after working as a nurse and midwife, becoming known for stances such as supporting stronger climate action.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
About the closest they’ll come to heterodoxy is keeping silent about various unpopular stances associated with the party.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
We take our stances at opposite sides of the circle, feet apart and arms spread wide.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
Vocabulary lists containing stance
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 6
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 4
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