false position
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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However, some ships may be turning their trackers off or broadcasting a false position, a practice known as "spoofing".
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
To some extent it’s a false position: at times they have looked excellent, especially in beating Everton and Manchester United, but they have also suffered exasperating defeats against Watford and Wolves among others.
From The Guardian • Oct. 31, 2021
Ships suspected of smuggling have long modified their physical appearance or broadcast false position data, said the report from C4ADS, a non-profit group.
From Reuters • Sep. 9, 2021
Until we do that, he continued, “We are in a false position, an illogical position — a position that cannot be defended.”
From New York Times • Feb. 15, 2020
Among this good company I should have felt myself, even if I hadn’t robbed the pantry, in a false position.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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