as in foundation
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
they had collectively laid the groundwork for a new kind of art
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Recent Examples of groundwork
The ratification laid the groundwork for the arrest warrant issued by the court against Netanyahu and Gallant in November 2024.
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Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2025
Though his rebellions have been minor, including talking back to Mr. Drummond (Darri Ólafsson), the producers seem to be laying the groundwork for a reckoning between Milchick and his superiors.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The process for laying the groundwork for a bill to secure the border, expand domestic oil and gas drilling, increase defense spending and provide more than $4 trillion in tax relief has taken considerably more time this year.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
At the same time, some of Trump’s closest allies are laying the groundwork for other MAGA up-and-comers.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 27 Mar. 2025
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Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2025
Though his rebellions have been minor, including talking back to Mr. Drummond (Darri Ólafsson), the producers seem to be laying the groundwork for a reckoning between Milchick and his superiors.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The process for laying the groundwork for a bill to secure the border, expand domestic oil and gas drilling, increase defense spending and provide more than $4 trillion in tax relief has taken considerably more time this year.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 1 Apr. 2025
At the same time, some of Trump’s closest allies are laying the groundwork for other MAGA up-and-comers.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groundwork
Noun
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This set has brushes to apply foundation, contouring and more.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Grab your favorite foundation brush or makeup sponge, or even use your fingers to rub it in.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Cubs took the lead in the fifth on Justin Turner’s two-out, pinch-hit, infield single with the bases loaded.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Centurions loaded the bases behind a walk and two hit batsmen, and Lozada called on Ramon Verduzco to secure the win.—
Clark Fahrenthold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The American auto industry is a cornerstone of the economy.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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The team hopes that the facility will not only be a cornerstone of its neighborhood during the season, but a destination for year-round entertainment.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
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Stability, the ability to remain composed, consistent and dependable, especially during times of change and stress, is the bedrock of trust and the quiet strength that allows others to feel secure and focused.—
Michael McFall,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The concrete bases of the structure were located at the points where the bedrock is highest, reducing the cost of building the house’s foundations.—
María Noval-Quílez,
Architectural Digest,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Groundwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groundwork. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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