parked position

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "parked position" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a state where a vehicle is stationary and not in motion, typically in a designated parking area. Example: "After a long drive, I finally found a suitable parked position for my car near the entrance."

✓ Grammatically correct

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

11 human-written examples

The Altima surged away from the curb, "the fastest it could from a parked position," and struck Detective Isnora's leg, causing a minor scrape, before hitting the unmarked police van in which Officer Carey was a passenger, he said.

The New York Times

"If this occurs and a driver does not realize that the steering wheel is off-centered when pulling from a parked position, the vehicle could maneuver in an unexpected direction and result in a crash," the automaker told the safety agency.

The New York Times

He interviewed three Secret Service agents -- including one who guarded Vice President Dan Quayle -- and each described an incident when a government-leased Ford raced off from a parked position and kept going, though the drivers said they repeatedly hit the brake.

The New York Times - Magazine

Musk and SpaceX hope that their experimental Falcon 9 rockets will be the first rockets to be able to safely land on Earth thanks to thrusters, which – in theory – could slow the rocket down from nearly a mile per second down to a parked position.

The Guardian

During the measurements, the aircraft was in parked position and the cabin had no passengers.

EURASIP Journal on Wireless Communications and Networking

Thrust load on wind turbine rotor in the parked position [N].

International Journal of Energy and Environmental Engineering

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

49 human-written examples

The Boeing 727 that came from Frankfurt was parked at Position 16, directly next to the jumbo bound for New York.

The Guardian

Four parked in position #1 (see Fig. 2).

European Transport Research Review

Eighteen trucks parked in position #1 (see Fig. 2) when making a delivery to the building during the observation period, spending on average 19 min parked during each delivery.

European Transport Research Review

MITSUBISHI A transmission stuck in the Park position may be a result of grease in electrical contacts.

The New York Times

The service brake pedal must be applied to permit shifting the transmission out of the park position.

Encyclopedia Britannica

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing a vehicle's location, use "parked position" to clearly indicate it is stationary and not in motion. This is especially helpful in legal or technical contexts.

Common error

Avoid using "parked position" interchangeably with phrases like "parking spot" or "parking space". "Parked position" describes the state of the vehicle, while "parking spot" refers to the designated area.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "parked position" functions primarily as a noun phrase, specifying a location where something is stationary, particularly vehicles. Ludwig AI examples show its use across various contexts to denote the state of being parked.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Science

30%

Wiki

20%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

10%

Formal & Business

0%

Academia

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "parked position" is a grammatically sound and usable phrase for describing something, usually a vehicle, that is stationary. Ludwig AI confirms its validity and general correctness. Though not extremely common, it is understood across various contexts, particularly in news, scientific writing, and general information. When using "parked position", ensure you're referring to the state of being stationary, not the location itself. Alternatives like "stationary location" may be suitable depending on your specific need.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Stationary location

Replaces "parked" with "stationary" and "position" with "location", emphasizing the lack of movement.

Immobile state

Substitutes the entire phrase with terms highlighting a lack of motion.

Fixed spot

Uses simpler language to convey a specific, unmoving location.

Resting place

Implies a temporary stop, which might not always be appropriate.

Halted location

Emphasizes the action of stopping, rather than just the state of being stopped.

Secured spot

Suggests the location is not only stationary but also protected or reserved.

Designated parking

Specifies that the position is intended for parking, but the wording is different.

Idling location

Implies the engine might still be running, adding a different nuance.

Moored position

Better suited for boats or ships, not generally interchangeable.

Static placement

Uses more formal and technical terms for describing a position without movement.

FAQs

How to use "parked position" in a sentence?

You can use "parked position" to describe the location of a vehicle that is not moving, such as "The car remained in a "stationary position" while we waited".

What can I say instead of "parked position"?

You can use alternatives like "stationary location", "immobile state", or "fixed spot" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "parked position" or "parking position"?

Both "parked position" and "parking position" are understandable, but "parked position" emphasizes the state of being parked. "Parking position" is more commonly used when referring to a place to park, so "parking position" would be a place.

What's the difference between "parked position" and "parking space"?

"Parked position" describes the state of a vehicle being stationary. "Parking space" refers to a designated area for parking, such as in a parking lot or on a street. Therefore, "parking space" is where the "parked position" is.