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the central part or aspect of something under consideration
why don't we stop talking around it and get to the bottom line
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Recent Examples of bottom lines
Business solutions provider Expert Market, in its latest Food & Beverage Industry Report, found that a majority plan to raise prices to offset the impact of these factors on their bottom lines.
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Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
And even in the cases when facilities do face fines, the sums have been minimal compared to chains’ bottom lines.
—Eli Cahan, ProPublica, 23 Sep. 2025
Micron, one of the world's leading suppliers of DRAM and NAND flash memory chips, exceeded estimates on top and bottom lines and gave a strong forecast for the current quarterly period.
—Sean Conlon,pia Singh, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
Rohit Tripathi, vice president of industry strategy, manufacturing, at Relex, said while refunds could benefit businesses’ bottom lines, consumers wouldn’t be likely to see immediate price declines on shelves.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Our bottom lines, communities and collective future depend on the mental well-being of the next generation.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The drop in profit margins suggests businesses are absorbing higher costs driven by tariffs in their bottom lines.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
With second-quarter earnings in the rearview, American brands and retailers have now had a moment to take stock of the impact of ever-shifting tariff policies on their balance sheets and bottom lines.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
And even in the cases when facilities do face fines, the sums have been minimal compared to chains’ bottom lines.
—Eli Cahan, ProPublica, 23 Sep. 2025
Micron, one of the world's leading suppliers of DRAM and NAND flash memory chips, exceeded estimates on top and bottom lines and gave a strong forecast for the current quarterly period.
—Sean Conlon,pia Singh, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2025
Rohit Tripathi, vice president of industry strategy, manufacturing, at Relex, said while refunds could benefit businesses’ bottom lines, consumers wouldn’t be likely to see immediate price declines on shelves.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Our bottom lines, communities and collective future depend on the mental well-being of the next generation.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The drop in profit margins suggests businesses are absorbing higher costs driven by tariffs in their bottom lines.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
With second-quarter earnings in the rearview, American brands and retailers have now had a moment to take stock of the impact of ever-shifting tariff policies on their balance sheets and bottom lines.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottom lines
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Rhythm, song and movement honored the island’s African and Indigenous roots.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 Oct. 2025
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During the segment, Brandy paid tribute to her California roots by donning an LA Dodgers-style hat.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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Our hearts are extra full this week 🥰 #DedicationNight featuring our stars’ special guests is TONIGHT - 8/7c on ABC and Disney+.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Gilda touched people's hearts through her voice, her compositions and the stories told by her fans, who attributed miracles to her.—
Karla Gachet,
NPR,
15 Oct. 2025
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The songs pack a wide range of elements into a single track, starting with rock, pop, soul, funk, dub, club music, and rap, plus various other essences, from singer-songwriter-like qualities to music originating from Japan’s internet like Vocaloid.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
25 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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With Microsoft’s support, Terradot has drilled soil and sediment cores to bedrock to analyze mineral and chemical profiles.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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These areas appeal particularly to buyers who prioritize interior space over proximity to dense urban cores.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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But critics say the memo builds on kernels of truth before veering into unscientific fringe theories.—
Stephanie Armour,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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The female’s back is covered in small protrusions that resemble popped kernels of popcorn, inspiring its genus name Zea, derived from the corn plant.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Pittsburgh had raced out into a 10-0 lead midway through the second quarter but 20 straight points from the Bengals put them on top at Paycor Stadium.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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Each restaurant in Jefferson County is scored out of a possible 100 points.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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