No. 10,252 in German
podestplatz
A "podestplatz" is a podium finish, typically referring to securing a top-three position in a competition.
In a sentence
Er erreichte den Podestplatz nach Jahren harter Arbeit.
He achieved a podium place after years of hard work.
Here, 'podestplatz' refers to obtaining a ranking position in a competitive event by being among the top three competitors.
Der Podestplatz war heiß umkämpft bei diesem Wettbewerb.
The podium place was fiercely contested in this competition.
In this sentence, 'podestplatz' is used to describe the podium positions collectively and the struggle among participants to achieve one.
Sie ist stolz auf ihren Podestplatz beim Rennen.
She is proud of her podium place in the race.
Here, 'podestplatz' emphasizes personal achievement by placing in a competition.
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