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Example sentences for: poised

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Now with the genomic revolution, we are poised on a new threshold of discovery, in that it is finally feasible to begin to identify the genes that are responsible for such complicated cellular processes.
[Monica stands poised with pen to record results.
.. [Translation:] a notion that's poised to be taken seriously.
It has achieved a dominant position in the computer industry already and is poised to extend its reach.
Instead, I'd think, if I could only meet a woman of substance and put down roots, I'd be less anxious about earthly impermanence and be really poised to cultivate my creativity ...