situated
Americanadjective
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located; placed.
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placed in a particular position or condition, especially with reference to the possession of money.
The inheritance leaves them well situated.
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Shanidar Cave, situated in the foothills of Iraqi Kurdistan, has played a major role in changing scientific views of Neanderthal behavior.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
A 2½-hour ferry ride brought us to our first round at Colonsay Golf Course, a 200-year-old course overlooking a sandy beach, situated on machair grassland, found only on the western coasts of Scotland and Ireland.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
“Social media allows for more voices to be heard, but algorithmically situated based upon someone’s interests where they’re entering into the conversation,” Adams said.
From Salon ● Oct. 19, 2026
The primary suite is situated in its own wing, providing a private retreat within the enormous residence.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026
Robby looks at Soon-Lee, then at me, as she opens her textbook, situated carefully over our copy of the exam.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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