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Members of the unions are able to vote in Labour leadership contests, and union representatives sit on the party's decision-making body, the National Executive Committee.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes while the flavors mingle.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

BP’s renewable businesses, which include solar and offshore wind, will sit within the company’s technology function.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

After Johnny Carson finished filming and the studio was empty, Allen would sit at his desk, mimicking the legendary late-night host.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

And still we were not allowed to sit: there was a last wait while the matron with maddening deliberateness checked off our documents against a list.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom