stance

the position or attitude that someone takes on a particular issue, especially in politics or public affairs

posición, postura, punto de vista

• a stance on something

Collocations take a firm stance · change one's stance

• The government has taken a tough stance on crime.

  El gobierno ha adoptado una postura dura en materia de crimen.

the way that someone stands or holds their body, especially to show a particular feeling or attitude

posición corporal, postura

• a stance

Collocations strike a pose · adopt an aggressive stance

• She struck a defiant stance.

  Ella adoptó una postura desafiante.

the position that someone takes when playing certain sports, such as boxing or wrestling

posición en el deporte

• a stance

Collocations take a defensive stance · change one's stance

• He took a fighting stance.

  Él adoptó una postura de combate.