posicionou-se
[po-si-si-o-NOU-se]
verb
positioned oneself, took a stance, took a position
1. past tense reflexive form of 'posicionar' - to place oneself in a particular physical location or stance
The athlete positioned herself at the starting line.
A atleta posicionou-se na linha de saída.
2. to adopt or express a particular viewpoint, opinion, or stance on an issue
The minister positioned himself against the new legislation.
O ministro posicionou-se contra a nova legislação.
3. to establish oneself in a particular role, market segment, or competitive position
The company positioned itself as a leader in sustainable products.
A empresa posicionou-se como líder em produtos sustentáveis.
Related Idioms & Phrases
posicionar-se a favor de (to take a stance in favor of)
posicionar-se contra (to take a stance against)
posicionar-se estrategicamente (to position oneself strategically)
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