The phrase "be placed" can refer to the act of positioning or situating someone or something in a particular location or context. Some synonyms for "be placed" include "be situated," "be located," "be positioned," "be placed in," "be set," and "be installed." These words indicate the specific whereabouts of an object or person and the way in which it or they are arranged. Additionally, synonyms such as "be established," "be settled," and "be arranged" indicate the notion of permanence or stability, suggesting that something or someone is situated in a particular place or way over an extended period.