Firmly planted on the rocking boat, he suggested, even by his stance in the doorway, that things, however difficult, would turn out reasonably well.

He stands by his stance that Turkey should be a partner in Europe.

Stefan didn't answer, and by his rigid stance beside her, Sarah didn't think he would.

She could tell by his suddenly defensive stance that he wasn't.

By his tense stance, apparently, neither did their father.

If government officials are left confused by the Court's stance, many religious believers find it equally disconcerting.

Some retailers distinguish themselves in the marketplace by their stance on animal testing.

He knew by the expression on Maizella's face and by her stance that his mother was going to have trouble with this one.

He could see by her awkward stance and darting eyes that she was acutely embarrassed.

On the outside, what the 325i lacked in grace it made up by its solid, muscular stance.