as in base
a place from which an advance (as for military operations) is made
don't let the opposing team push us back down the field and gain a foothold
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of foothold
The tanker's movement comes at a time of geopolitical uncertainty in Syria following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad last year, which put Russia's military foothold in the country under threat.
—
William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
There are several ways to anchor a foothold trap for coyotes: cross-staking rebar, earth anchor disposable stakes, or drags.
—Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
The brand’s strong foothold in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—under the leadership of Mena Marano, who has championed both cultural relevance and commercial strategy—has ensured its viability even as Western markets shifted.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
But achieving that high also meant overcoming a turbulent adolescence and a bleak decade trying to gain a foothold in Nashville.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for foothold
William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
There are several ways to anchor a foothold trap for coyotes: cross-staking rebar, earth anchor disposable stakes, or drags.
—Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
The brand’s strong foothold in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—under the leadership of Mena Marano, who has championed both cultural relevance and commercial strategy—has ensured its viability even as Western markets shifted.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
But achieving that high also meant overcoming a turbulent adolescence and a bleak decade trying to gain a foothold in Nashville.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for foothold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foothold
Noun
-
Think: highly-moisturizing formulas that illuminate the complexion and provide a smooth base for your makeup to blend into a radiant glow.—
Marie Courtois,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
-
Absent any real pressure from Trump, Netanyahu was always going to follow his base.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
There are a lot of places to camp in the Ocala National Forest, but Alexander Springs Campground offers a peaceful retreat with direct access to one of Florida’s most beautiful first-magnitude springs.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
19 Mar. 2025
-
Strikes across Gaza pounded homes, sparked fires in a tent camp outside the southern city of Khan Younis and hit at least one school-turned-shelter.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
On clear days, that very body of water, and the white mountains beyond it, are part of the panoramic view from the terrace of Boone’s house, a sharp-angled, industrial-gray luxury fortress with towering windows atop a cliff 30 minutes south of Salt Lake City.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
11 Mar. 2025
-
India have spent the last three weeks in Dubai and made the venue into a fortress.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Foothold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foothold. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share