Definition of posturenext
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as in situation
position with regard to conditions and circumstances claims that the country's defense posture is weak

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Recent Examples of posture The question is whether the posture payoff is hype or something real. Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026 Yes, rucking can improve posture by strengthening the upper back, shoulders and core muscles that hold your spine upright. Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 This improves body awareness, posture, and control, which are important for daily movement. Jakob Roze, Health, 1 July 2026 Singapore Singapore remains one of the clearest examples of how a small country can build a large cyber defense posture. Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for posture
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Noun
  • Share a clear stance in a meeting, because your words may invite thoughtful dialogue and widen your map.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
  • The then-president fielded a question on Swift’s stance outside of the White House.
    Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • There was at least one person who thought to protest over the situation.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Vozinha continued his impressive World Cup on Friday with eight saves, including a fantastic stop of a clean shot from Messi in a one-on-one situation.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • Rendon’s attitude and performance became so disappointing that the Angels effectively told him to stay away in 2026 and restructured the final year of his contract.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • The fans got their wish after a roller coaster of emotions as Team USA, down a man for the final 36 minutes after a Folarin Balogun red card, showed grit, poise and never-say-die attitude to hang on for a 2-0 win to advance to the Round of 16.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Noun
  • Her status remains uncertain, and reporters in attendance Monday were told not to inquire further about Watkins’ recovery timeline.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • One flight attendant was able to fit enough clothes for a seven-day trip in the Hanke 14-inch Underseat Carry-on, proving its status as a tiny-but-mighty travel bag made to last for years.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • The NBCUniversal spin-off is envisioned as a tax-free transaction for shareholders, providing a short-term buffer from deal-making to preserve that structure.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • Now, the 76ers have some hope, as the franchise on Wednesday agreed to a deal for Boston Celtics star forward Jaylen Brown, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and other news reports.
    Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

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“Posture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posture. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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