footing (up)

Definition of footing (up)next
present participle of foot (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for footing (up)
adding
Verb
  • The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired a drone toward northern Israel on Monday evening, adding that it was successfully intercepted.
    FADI TAWIL, Arkansas Online, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Restaurants, hotels, and shops are sprouting up at an unprecedented rate, adding texture to the city’s arts and dining scene.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026
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“Footing (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/footing%20%28up%29. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.

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