as in predicated
to find a basis
she based her argument on careful research
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Recent Examples of based
Trump’s tariffs have especially hurt Canada’s auto sector, much of which is based in Ontario.
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Rob Gillies, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Newsweek's tracker, based on the 10 most recent polls, shows Spanberger with an eight point lead over Earle-Sears, on 51 percent to 43 percent.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Also, while tequila giant Becle’s stock surged based on recent profit reports, sales of its core brand, the world-dominating Jose Cuervo, dropped by more than seven percent in the third quarter of this year.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Detectives determined that Spillers had been strangled based on bruising that could be seen on her neck, detectives wrote in the affidavit.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
Officials have begun a death investigation, but the death does not appear suspicious based on early indications, officials said in a release.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Their friendship can’t just be based on trauma.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
Many of the improvements were made based on guest feedback, CEO Brian Chesky said.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
Rob Gillies, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Newsweek's tracker, based on the 10 most recent polls, shows Spanberger with an eight point lead over Earle-Sears, on 51 percent to 43 percent.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Also, while tequila giant Becle’s stock surged based on recent profit reports, sales of its core brand, the world-dominating Jose Cuervo, dropped by more than seven percent in the third quarter of this year.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Detectives determined that Spillers had been strangled based on bruising that could be seen on her neck, detectives wrote in the affidavit.
—Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
Officials have begun a death investigation, but the death does not appear suspicious based on early indications, officials said in a release.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Their friendship can’t just be based on trauma.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
Many of the improvements were made based on guest feedback, CEO Brian Chesky said.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for based
Verb
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But if football success was predicated on spending money alone, the Texas Longhorns would never lose a game.—
Dana O'Neil,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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Even though our investment in Starbucks is predicated on Niccol’s turnaround artistry, the coffee chain — like all consumer-facing companies like restaurants and retailers — is not immune to what’s going on in the economy.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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In a big city that’s always changing, some simple things that stay consistent are what can keep us grounded, which is what Laurel Market does right.—
Sofia DiStefano,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Oct. 2025
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On top of basically being grounded, Kate has to confirm to Stuart that President Rayburn was involved in the bombing.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Based.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/based. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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