groundwork
noun
ground·work
ˈgrau̇nd-ˌwərk 
: foundation, basis
laid the groundwork for a new program
also
: preparation made beforehand
the groundwork was done before the winter tour —
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they had collectively laid the groundwork for a new kind of art
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Albert Pro’s strong conversion and engagement results have laid the groundwork for the Zoe Pro.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
Those early innovations helped lay the groundwork for what’s now becoming standard in elite real estate.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2025
That laid the groundwork for postproduction deductions.
—Jacob Orledge, ProPublica, 4 Aug. 2025
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ground·work
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