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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
But almost every major decision Trump officials have made since reclaiming the White House has benefitted insurers and their bottom lines.
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Bob Herman, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
And at the end of the day, even the highest minded universities stay beholden to bottom lines and trustees.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
He’s teamed up with smaller local restaurants and nonprofits to boost their bottom lines and bring them attention.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The news overshadowed first-quarter beats on the top and bottom lines.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Producing sustainable products can be cheaper at scale, boost consumer engagement (new products are exciting), and improve financial bottom lines.
—Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
That made Wall Street nervous that companies will soon be able to dump their existing, specialized subscriptions to data analytics and research software, directly hurting software companies’ bottom lines.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Bob Herman, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026
And at the end of the day, even the highest minded universities stay beholden to bottom lines and trustees.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 20 Mar. 2026
He’s teamed up with smaller local restaurants and nonprofits to boost their bottom lines and bring them attention.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The news overshadowed first-quarter beats on the top and bottom lines.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Producing sustainable products can be cheaper at scale, boost consumer engagement (new products are exciting), and improve financial bottom lines.
—Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
That made Wall Street nervous that companies will soon be able to dump their existing, specialized subscriptions to data analytics and research software, directly hurting software companies’ bottom lines.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottom lines
Noun
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The fish fry traces its roots back to 2021, when Robinson, founder of The Applesauce Group, a nonprofit that works to empower historically excluded communities, began hosting small gatherings during the uncertainty of the pandemic.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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What’s more, onions and other alliums have natural antibacterial properties that may inhibit the nitrogen-fixing bacteria on the roots of legume plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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The young girl was found wearing a pink coat, a pink sweater with hearts, pink Minnie Mouse pants, and Hello Kitty shoes.—
Darius Johnson,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Her extraordinary musical journey, spanning decades, enriched our cultural heritage and touched countless hearts across the world.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
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Many imitation almond extracts or essences rely on synthetic benzaldehyde for flavor, which can create saccharine notes that overpower delicate desserts like custards, sponges, or pastry creams.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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Store shelves are packed with serums, toners, essences and exfoliants — all promising transformative results.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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Avocado pits, peach stones, and other hard fruit cores are far too tough for your disposal’s blades and can cause serious damage.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
12 Apr. 2026
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Aeration is a method of keeping your lawn healthy by pulling finger-sized cores of soil from your lawn, says Daniel Zhao, CEO of SoilDrops, a lawn irrigation system.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
10 Apr. 2026
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Also known as wheat kernels, wheat berries are encased in husks zipped along the tops of stalks and removed in a process known as threshing.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The kernels are so juicy and just burst in your mouth.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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Bedard notched two assists, ending his year with career highs in goals (30), assists (45) and points (75).—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Mediators are pushing for a compromise on three main sticking points that derailed direct talks last weekend — Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for wartime damages, according to a regional official involved in the mediation efforts.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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