sit against

Frequency: 6.810.2 per million words

to sit with your back supported by something, e.g., a wall

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Examples (10)

  • He was sitting against the wall.
  • She likes to sit against the old oak tree and read.
  • The tired hiker decided to sit against a large rock for a rest.
  • Don't sit against the freshly painted fence.
  • He often sits against the window, watching the rain fall.
  • They had been sitting against the cold concrete barrier for hours.
  • Will you please sit against this pillar while we wait?
  • The cat curled up and sat against the warm radiator.
  • I saw a group of teenagers sitting against the school building.
  • If you sit against the back of the couch, you'll be more comfortable.