well-placed

adjective

ˈwel-ˈplāst How to pronounce well-placed (audio)
: appropriately or advantageously directed or positioned
well-placed informants
well-placed trust
a well-placed blow

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The Americas are particularly well-placed to catch the eclipse's most dramatic stages, as many locations will see the moon rise already deep within Earth's shadow. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 27 July 2026 The circuit on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur would be well-placed geographically for paddock ahead of the race in Singapore, which is less than one hour away by plane. — Luke Smith, New York Times, 23 July 2026 Certain plants are said to repel various pests, and can be well-placed alongside other plants that need protection. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 24 June 2026 Shapiro-Barnum, who has a BFA in acting and a background in sketch comedy, comes armed with the ability to create humorous and well-placed questions, setting the scene for his famous guests to be endearingly disarmed by the kids. — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-placed

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of well-placed was in 1540

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“Well-placed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-placed. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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