stand poised

Frequency: 6.57.4 per million words

To be physically positioned and ready for action.

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Examples (10)

  • She stood poised for a moment.
  • The athlete stood poised at the starting line.
  • The company stands poised to launch its new product.
  • He stood poised, ready to deliver his speech.
  • The city stands poised on the brink of a major transformation.
  • A dancer stands poised backstage, awaiting her cue.
  • With the economy improving, small businesses stand poised for growth.
  • The cat stood poised to pounce on its prey.
  • She stands poised to achieve her dreams after years of hard work.
  • The government stands poised to announce new policies.