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Alessia Colombini
Difference between place and position (verb)
Hi everybody! I can’t understand the difference between the verb place and position ... can someone help me? Thank you :)
9 apr. 2020 07:41
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To place something is more general and unspecific. It refers to the action of putting something in a place. It can be literal and abstract.
She placed the silverware around the table. (literal)
She placed first in the one-mile race. (abstract)
To position something is more about orienting something. The action of positioning something is to put it in a better state. It can also be literal and abstract.
She positioned the magazines on the coffee table in a more organized fashion. (literal)
He positioned himself well to receive the promotion. (abstract)
9 april 2020
Thank you!!!:))
9 april 2020
I need to finish my coffee before I answer posts, sorry! :D
Alex's explanation is very clear.
9 april 2020
Alessia Colombini
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