in a position to

Example Sentences

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You’re in a position to create three healthy 529 plans for your children — an act that does more than fund their education.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026

The source was not in a position to confirm whether Williamson's case had any links with the current investigations into the California governor.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

A spokesperson responded: "I am not aware of this report and I am afraid I am not in a position to comment with a response."

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Put simply, only one person is in a position to make any decisions, Elon Musk.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“Anyone employed by that dubious bar is not in a position to question another’s occupation.”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole