Phrasal Verb - sitting in (someone or something)
· 2 min read
Image uploaded to Pixabay by pasja1000
.Definition
- To occupy a seat or a position, usually without intending to leave or take part in the ongoing activity. 2. To wait or monitor a situation or event before taking action. 3. To join or participate in a group or activity without officially becoming a member. 4. To delay or obstruct the progress of an activity or process.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | John sat in the bus stop, waiting for the bus. |
| 2 | The protesters sat in the park, demonstrating against the new law. |
| 3 | I'll sit in on the meeting to see what they're discussing. |
| 4 | The traffic police sat in their cars, observing the traffic. |
| 5 | The board of directors sat in silence during the presentation. |
| 6 | The students sat in the library, studying for their exams. |
| 7 | The committee sat in judgment, deciding the fate of the project. |
| 8 | The mayor sat in the city hall, receiving petitions from the citizens. |
| 9 | The detective sat in the shadow, watching the suspect's house. |
| 10 | The workers sat in the canteen, taking their lunch break |
