third position
Americannoun
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Sakamoto had been looking for a fairytale Olympic swansong and had been well-positioned just 1.48 points behind 17-year-old teammate Ami Nakai after Tuesday's short programme, with Liu in third position.
From Barron's ● Feb. 20, 2026
Given that I am listed as a trustee in the third position, what rights do I have to be notified of any legal changes that may occur?
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 30, 2026
He also played 18 at second base, nearly becoming eligible at a third position.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2025
Alistair, who was in third position at the time, propped his brother up for the final 700m and helped him over the line to finish ahead of him in second place.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2024
Hazel looked down at her feet, poised in perfect third position, and then undid them and followed her mom into the kitchen.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
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