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are we in a position? vs are we in a place

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Are we in a position?' is commonly used when discussing a situation or opportunity, while 'Are we in a place?' is more suitable when referring to a physical location.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 1107 views

are we in a position?

This phrase is correct and commonly used when discussing a situation or opportunity.

This phrase is used to inquire about someone's or a group's readiness, capability, or advantage in a particular situation or context.
  • Why aren't we in a defensive position?
  • Are we in a position to afford such loss of business?
  • However, are we in a position to tell anyone what to do when we are encountering similar problems in our own countries?
  • What answer are we in a position to give, today, apart from our own inadequacy?
  • Are we in a position to respond to the needs of the industry and respond in time?
  • Are we in a position to devise an arms policy that will make us independent and give us the technological capabilities that are also of great importance for competitiveness in non-military spheres?
  • Are we in a position to produce exemplary projects and say that these really work, that this is the way things should be, and can these models be compared with one another?
  • Has the Commission already formed a position?
  • Does the Commission have a position?
  • Will the Commission consider the creation of such a position?
  • Are you applying for a position?
  • Is that a prejudice or a position?
  • How do they already have a position?
  • Are you sure that the Council will agree on such a position?
  • What man in this room would put himself in such a position?
  • How does the Commission justify its position?
  • Do any studies support that position? 2.
  • What is Frontex's negotiating position?
  • Are energy companies not abusing their monopoly position?
  • What is the Commission's position?

Alternatives:

  • Are we ready for this?
  • Do we have an advantage here?
  • Are we well-placed for this?
  • Do we have the upper hand?
  • Are we in a good situation?

are we in a place

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a physical location.

This phrase is used to ask about the specific physical location where someone or a group is situated.
  • We are in a place that is already dead.
  • We are in a place for no man.
  • Let's all try to remember that we are in a place of healing.
  • We are in a better place there.
  • We should be proud that we are putting in place a sound structure at European level to finance the work of European political parties.
  • We are in a really good place right now.
  • And because of my new job, we are in such a strong place financially.
  • I really think we are in such a good place.
  • First of all, we are in a public place so we have to display a sense of decorum, and second of all I might break a nail.
  • So we... we are in a good place, right now. Okay?
  • And because of my new job, we are in such a strong place financially.
  • Bunch of places... a place on Victoria maybe.
  • Asylum is a place offering protection and safety.
  • Maybe find a place closer to her.
  • This is a place where horrible things happen.
  • A place without tourism has no chance of development.
  • Neverland is a place where imagination runs wild.
  • A place where curiosity inevitably kills the cat.
  • Kindergarten is a place where learning should be fun.
  • Wait, I overhead them say that they were moving your father to a place I never heard of, a place called Black Rock.

Alternatives:

  • Where are we?
  • Are we at the right location?
  • Are we in the correct spot?
  • Do you know where we are?
  • Are we in the right place?

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