1
as in foot
a bottom part upon which something rests or is supported
The museum displayed the jewels on a pedestal inside a glass case. The entrance to the ruined temple was flanked by columns, some of which had fallen from their pedestals.
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as in throne
the position of someone who is treated or regarded as extraordinarily good, successful, etc.
There's a tendency to put the person you love on a pedestal. The scandal knocked the beloved actor off his pedestal.
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Recent Examples of pedestal
Each diamond jewel is placed in a display case atop a pedestal and is named for a symbolic association that humans connect to diamonds, such as opulence.
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Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
This was also the week that Los Angeles Opera took its annual break from its grand pedestal at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and presented the West Coast premiere of another opera from Beth Morrison Projects at REDCAT.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2025
In the office, furnishings from Hobeika’s childhood home in Paris—like the vintage wood chinoiserie desk and the wood pedestal—received a second life.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Jan. 2025
Wires run from each of the electrodes to a pedestal which is anchored to the skull and protrudes through the skin.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2025
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Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
This was also the week that Los Angeles Opera took its annual break from its grand pedestal at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and presented the West Coast premiere of another opera from Beth Morrison Projects at REDCAT.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2025
In the office, furnishings from Hobeika’s childhood home in Paris—like the vintage wood chinoiserie desk and the wood pedestal—received a second life.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Jan. 2025
Wires run from each of the electrodes to a pedestal which is anchored to the skull and protrudes through the skin.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
Noun
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When people are sitting within 25 feet of colleagues, their performance tends to increase by 15%, according to a study by Harvard.—
Tracy Brower,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Canadian members used to walk down the approximately 70 feet of American sidewalk with their identifying documents, such as a passport or license, and enter through the library's main entrance, which sits on the Vermont side.—
Cara Tabachnick,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2025
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Despite his proximity to the British throne, a palace insider told PEOPLE in 2023 how William and Kate were working together to try and give Prince George a normal childhood.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Upon Edward’s death in early 1066, Harold crowned himself king instead, leading William to cross the English Channel and fight to reclaim his throne.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
11 Mar. 2025
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The two-time World Cup champion ranks seventh in the downhill standings and has two podium finishes this season, winning gold at the Saalbach World Championships and taking third at Kvitfjell.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Mar. 2025
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As Trump and his wife Melania left the podium, the infant Barron seized the microphone.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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One lesson from the anti-CAA protests is that change doesn’t always start at the top.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Bowman raced to the top of the leaderboard in qualifying Saturday, during which the red-hot Josh Berry earned the other starting spot on the front row.—
Sam Navarro,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2025
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His insights have been featured in numerous business articles on platforms like MSN Small Business, Small Business Currents, BusinessDay, Businessing Magazine, Business Africa Online, and more.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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News National News Texas lawmaker’s bill would add warning labels to social media platforms Nearly two-thirds of teens use social media daily according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.—
KEYE Staff,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Video of the incident suggested he was propelled from his seat at high speeds.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Because of Sampson’s size, the harness didn’t lock properly and he was ejected from his seat when the ride braked, authorities said.—
Mike Schneider,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Mar. 2025
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Communities with limited health care access stand to suffer disproportionately, too.—
Richard Hughes IV,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Mar. 2025
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Luckily, screens are also very affordable — this 100-inch option comes with a stand for $40 on sale, while this 150-inch screen is $75 on sale.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Advocates argue that this framework has provided the foundation for decades of stability and prosperity, while critics question its fairness and relevance in today’s multipolar world.—
Andrew Latham,
The Conversation,
17 Mar. 2025
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As an actor, singer, and dancer, Alex brings a strong foundation of skills to each performance, underpinned by his impressive preparedness and dedication to his repertoire.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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