bedrock 1 of 2

noun

ˈbed-ˈräk How to pronounce bedrock (audio)
Definition of bedrocknext
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as in foundation
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests my religious faith is the bedrock of my life

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as in depth
the lowest point or level knew that his acting career was at bedrock when all he could get were bit parts in campy horror movies

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bedrock

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adjective

as in sound

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Recent Examples of bedrock
Noun
Trump's push to make that change upended how the constitutional guarantee – long considered a bedrock American principle – had historically been understood. — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 30 June 2026 The nation’s bedrock water protection law — the Safe Drinking Water Act — singles out oil and gas injection of wastewater as a particularly urgent threat to drinking water. — Nick Bowlin, ProPublica, 30 June 2026
Adjective
Never mind that for decades, muscular international aid was a bedrock Republican idea. — Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025 The statements, experts said, are likely to have a harmful effect on the nation's confidence in bedrock American principles. — Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 1 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for bedrock
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedrock
  1. foundation
  2. depth
  3. sound
  4. basis
  5. firm
  6. cornerstone
  7. strong
  8. unerring
Noun
  • That stable foundation has been built on a strong structure out of possession, but more so in possession.
    — The Athletic Soccer Experts, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • Rather than opening in central London, the foundation chose to follow the artists, settling in a neighborhood that has become home to an increasingly vibrant creative community.
    — PhotoVogue, Vogue, 13 July 2026
Definition of foundation
Noun
  • From a mode standpoint, the team put its proverbial foot into the depth of Dynasty mode.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • Honest depth heals best when paired with patience and respect for everyone’s comfort level.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
Definition of depth
Adjective
  • Last year the city approved Hackman Capital’s $1-billion plan to add 980,000 square feet of offices, sound stages, production facilities and retail space.
    — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
  • Anthony approaches music with the heart of a storyteller and the instincts of a poet, creating sound worlds that are both deeply personal and universally resonant.
    — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 10 July 2026
Definition of sound
Noun
  • The team fired long-time pitching coach Scott Emerson on Monday and replaced him with bullpen coach Dan Hubbs on an interim basis.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
  • The Royals had a chance to win in the ninth, loading the bases against Padres closer Mason Miller.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
Definition of basis
Adjective
  • Since founding high-end home staging firm Interior Marketing Group (IMG) in 2007, Cheryl Eisen has helped market billions of dollars in residential properties while creating sophisticated interiors that resonate with buyers and homeowners alike.
    — AD PRO, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026
  • Equally noteworthy, but far less known, is the resort’s firm policy on how to handle guests behaving badly.
    — Hannah Seligson, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026
Definition of firm
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  • On the other hand, vehicle stops – which are widely considered to be one of the most dangerous law enforcement activities – have always been a cornerstone for local police, which are trained extensively on how to appropriately conduct them.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Statins block some of the liver’s production of cholesterol and are the cornerstone of treatment.
    — Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 16 July 2026
Definition of cornerstone
Adjective
  • Beyond California, scientists are raising alarms over the planet’s warming oceans, which — coupled with a strong El Niño — could increase temperatures for land dwellers in the coming weeks.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Weather aside, Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture Week, running from July 6 to 9, will feature shows from 30 houses, compared with FW25’s 27-strong line-up.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 July 2026
Definition of strong
Adjective
  • While there is undeniable star power, and an unerring ability to get the job done, England will have opportunities to make a mark of their own.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • The presence of another Golden Boot contender, the unerring Erling Haaland, means Norway is favored to progress against the Ivory Coast, although this is its first knockout match in 28 years.
    — David Hickey, NBC news, 30 June 2026
Definition of unerring

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