Phrasal Verb - sitting for
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.Definition
- To wait or endure something, especially an examination or test, often for a long time.
- To act as a substitute or representative for someone else, often in a formal or official capacity.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have to sit for my driving test next week. |
| 2 | The student will be sitting for his final exams next month. |
| 3 | My grandmother used to sit for hours knitting scarves. |
| 4 | The artist's model sat for hours while the painter worked. |
| 5 | The mayor will be sitting for interviews all day. |
| 6 | The teacher asked the student to sit for her during her lunch break. |
| 7 | The judge will be sitting for cases in the criminal court. |
| 8 | The actor will be sitting in for the lead role during rehearsals. |
| 9 | The substitute teacher will be sitting in for Mrs. Johnson while she's away. |
| 10 | The committee will be sitting for the board meeting this afternoon. |