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The correct spelling is sits.

How to pronounce sits

noun

IPA: /sɪts/

Say it like: Sit-s

The correct spelling is sits. Subsidence of the roof of a coal mine. For example: "After a long day of walking, it was good just to sit and relax."

Usage Examples

After a long day of walking, it was good just to sit and relax.

I asked him to sit.

The temple has sat atop that hill for centuries.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Subsidence of the roof of a coal mine.
  2. 2.An event, usually lasting one full day or more, where the primary goal is to sit in meditation.
  3. 3.Short for situation.

verb

  1. 1.(of a person) To be in a position in which the upper body is upright and supported by the buttocks.
  2. 2.(of a person) To move oneself into such a position.
  3. 3.(of an object) To occupy a given position permanently.
  4. 4.To remain in a state of repose; to rest; to abide; to rest in any position or condition.
  5. 5.To be a member of a deliberative body.

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