Meanings
How to pronounce "assume the position":
AU
Often used other than figuratively or idiomatically: to assume a given position.
To turn away, with one's hands in a visible and unmovable position, so that one can be searched.
Often used as an order to bend over, for example, to receive the traditional corporal punishment in a case of misbehaviour.
Example Sentences
1
When the teacher said 'assume the position,' all the students knew it was time for morning stretches.
2
During the yoga class, the instructor told us to assume the position and hold it for 10 seconds.
3
The suspect was ordered by the police officer to assume the position and put his hands on the hood of the car.
4
In military training, recruits are taught to assume the position of standing at attention when addressing superiors.
5
To start the dance routine, the dancers had to assume the position with their arms extended and feet shoulder-width apart.
