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Positional

usgb/pəˈzɪʃənəl/Volume
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Sports Strategy

In sports contexts, 'positional' often relates to a player's strategic placement on the field or court.

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The coach emphasized positional play during our basketball practice.
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Awareness in Games

'Positional' can imply awareness in game scenarios, critical in team coordination and tactics.

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Her positional sense in chess allowed her to anticipate her opponent's moves.
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Non-literal Use

May be used metaphorically to describe a situation's dynamics, not just physical positions.

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Politically, his positional shift surprised everyone.
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