Meaning of assume the position | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Often used other than figuratively or idiomatically: to assume a given position.
2. To turn away, with one's hands in a visible and unmovable position, so that one can be searched.
   US, idiomatic
3. Often used as an order to bend over, for example, to receive the traditional corporal punishment in a case of misbehaviour.
   UK, idiomatic

Examples

“Now in this case, if the suspended bar were acted upon solely by the north pole of the magnet, it would assume⟳ the position AB”

“President Clinton's nominee to assume⟳ the position of Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs at the Department of the Interior […]”

“A day or two later we took down another seller and this time the rookie performs the search⟳. Assume⟳ the position! he tells the guy. So the guy leans against the side of the car.”

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