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sit

[sɪt]

sit Definition

  • 1to rest with the weight of the body on the buttocks and the back of the thighs, with the legs bent and the feet on or close to the ground
  • 2to be in a particular position or direction
  • 3to be located or situated

Using sit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm going to sit on the couch and watch TV.

  • Example

    The cat likes to sit in the sun.

  • Example

    The city sits on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

sit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sit

Antonyms for sit

Phrases with sit

  • to remain in one's current position or situation and wait patiently

    Example

    We just have to sit tight and wait for the storm to pass.

  • to remain neutral or undecided in a dispute or controversy

    Example

    He's always sitting on the fence and never takes a stand on important issues.

  • to be acceptable or pleasing to someone

    Example

    The idea of raising taxes doesn't sit well with most voters.

Origins of sit

from Old English 'sittan'

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Summary: sit in Brief

The verb 'sit' [sɪt] means to rest with the weight of the body on the buttocks and the back of the thighs, to be in a particular position or direction, or to be located or situated. It can be used in phrases like 'sit tight,' meaning to wait patiently, or 'sit on the fence,' meaning to remain neutral or undecided. 'Sit' is a common word used in everyday conversation.

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