perched

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Now, he’s relegated his studio space to a spot for recording Cameos, perched in front of a ring light rather than an easel.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

The video closed with “Top Gun” actor Tom Cruise perched atop the Paramount water tower.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

High temperatures are nothing new in the west African nation, perched just above the equator.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

As the car came to a standstill at a junction, I spotted one of the giant black birds that seemed to have followed me around Panama, perched imperiously on the side of the road.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

A magnifying glass perched above it like a leaning umbrella.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton