preferred position
Americannoun
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One of the reasons Mbappe is not playing in his preferred position is so Ancelotti can deploy Vinicius Jr on the left and Jude Bellingham on the right.
From BBC • Nov. 27, 2024
Even as he continued to play out of his preferred position.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2024
In fact, the only starter playing by the end of the game was center Evan Brown, who moved to left guard, allowing rookie Olu Oluwatimi to fill in at center, his preferred position.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2023
The narrowing of his eyes and the smile were small indications of the mental gymnastics Anthony Davis still seems to be playing when he was asked about his preferred position for the Lakers.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2023
Apples and pears and peaches have occupied no preferred position against the general invasion of the realm of horticulture by insect and fungous enemies.
From Home Vegetable Gardening — a Complete and Practical Guide to the Planting and Care of All Vegetables, Fruits and Berries Worth Growing for Home Use by Rockwell, F. F. (Frederick Frye)
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