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as in institute
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
donated to a foundation that supported cancer research
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as in basis
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
she had a good enough foundation in math to pursue an economics degree
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Recent Examples of foundation
With assistance from Pittsburgh engineer Don Gilmore, the chapel received a new foundation, roof, columned porch, and was bestowed with historical status—all of which helped shift Evans City’s perspective on the film that, until then, some locals had scorned.
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Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Rather than simply emulating American foundation models, Beijing is investing across the full stack—from chips to software to cyber-physical deployment.
—François Candelon, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
And of course, Mat is the foundation.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The civil lawsuit is ongoing, and Acree is hoping to set up a foundation to help other victims.
—Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
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Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Rather than simply emulating American foundation models, Beijing is investing across the full stack—from chips to software to cyber-physical deployment.
—François Candelon, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
And of course, Mat is the foundation.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The civil lawsuit is ongoing, and Acree is hoping to set up a foundation to help other victims.
—Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foundation
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Scientists from Tongji University and other Chinese institutes collaborated on the study, which was published in Nature Sensors.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Mar. 2026
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Even with the death of Khamenei, regime change is a long shot in Iran, said Downes, the institute director at George Washington University.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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Satellite images from Planet Labs PBC confirm damage to other Iranian naval bases.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
11 Mar. 2026
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Despite the attacks, Iranian leaders have vowed to continue fighting and have launched drones and missiles at Israel as well as US bases and energy infrastructure in nearby countries.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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Detainers are still valid following an inmate transfer, and facilities are generally responsible for forwarding detention requests along to the receiving institution to ensure that a detainer remains in an inmate’s file.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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When women participate in political life—as voters, candidates, and decision-makers—institutions become more representative and responsive.—
Celina Stewart,
Time,
8 Mar. 2026
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Smart, who has been the cornerstone of the Lakers’ defensive operation in recent weeks, is doubtful for Thursday’s game against the Bulls with a right hip contusion.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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But at the moment there is no question that YouTube is the crossroads-of-the-world cornerstone of distribution for longform digital video content.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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Designed by group collaborator and designer Dorothee Meilichzon, the rooms’ whimsical stylings are cleverly counterbalanced with classic details like parquet flooring, white walls and linens, and light wood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Group energy builds as the intuitive Moon enters your 11th House of Community, and your spark rallies people who need direction on a group project.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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In navigating the minefield that is 20th century and contemporary art, some names represent bedrock-like solidity and maximum liquidity in a world driven by passionate enthusiasts who see investment as the cherry on top.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2026
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Latinos are a plurality of California’s population and the bedrock of the Democratic Party.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Foundation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foundation. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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