as in basis
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
a concern for basic human rights was the cornerstone of the president's foreign policy
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Recent Examples of cornerstone
Restaurants and bars to plan a trip around While the historic St. Lawrence Market remains a cornerstone, a new gathering place has emerged at Waterworks Food Hall in King West.
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AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Despite being large and heavy, the Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is a cornerstone lens for those who regularly shoot at wide angles.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 3 July 2025
Less than a year ago, Atlanta felt on the verge of blowing up its roster and giving up on Trae Young as a cornerstone.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 3 July 2025
Self-awareness and emotional regulation are cornerstones of leadership effectiveness.
—Gamini Hewawasam, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Despite being large and heavy, the Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is a cornerstone lens for those who regularly shoot at wide angles.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 3 July 2025
Less than a year ago, Atlanta felt on the verge of blowing up its roster and giving up on Trae Young as a cornerstone.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 3 July 2025
Self-awareness and emotional regulation are cornerstones of leadership effectiveness.
—Gamini Hewawasam, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cornerstone
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In a realignment era when rivalries (and trophies) are forced upon fan bases, Notre Dame-Clemson has grown organically, fed by moments that would define seasons and careers.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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And while the Texas outbreak has slowed significantly, across the country, Rivers says the U.S. is now seeing more cases on a weekly basis than in previous years.—
Maria Godoy,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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Rogge wasn’t admitted and did a foundation year in Antwerp. 2005 - 2008 Enrolls in the bachelor’s program at the Royal Academy.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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The Rangoon operation laid the foundation for further collaboration between India and Pakistan.—
Sam Dalrymple,
Time,
14 July 2025
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And some Senate Republicans are raising alarm bells about cuts that make up the bedrock of the package.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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Thin soil on top of a layer of bedrock also limits how much water can be absorbed in the ground, Gochis said.—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
10 July 2025
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“Cornerstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cornerstone. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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