Meaning & use
Posed
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Adopted a particular physical position for a photograph or portrait, or presented something such as a question or problem.
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The family posed together for the annual holiday photo.
The new regulations posed a serious challenge for small businesses.
A note on using this word
The two common uses, striking a physical pose and presenting a question or difficulty, come from the same French root meaning 'to place.'
Words with a similar meaning
arrangedpresented
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Another way to use it
2. verb
Pretended to be someone or something else.
The con artist posed as a bank official to gain access.
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