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as in institutions
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
donated to a foundation that supported cancer research
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as in cornerstones
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 foundations
Secondly, unlike Ancient Rome or the Renaissance, the current desire for nostalgia is less concerned about using the foundations of the past to create a new future.
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Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Once safely arrived at its new location, the church was carefully lowered onto its concrete foundations.
—New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, grants from various universities and foundations have helped foster the next generation of journalists through more than a dozen newsroom internships each year.
—Greg Borowski, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Give your new mattress a solid place to land with one of the brand’s foundations.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 29 Aug. 2025
In 1988, a coalition of donors from large foundations to governments and individuals united to eradicate polio.
—Kelly Parsons, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Not even the foundations of the beautiful homes that once stood along the shoreline were spared.
—Sophia Leone, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
For Gerber, these gaps included the core foundations for the capsule—seamless camisoles and haltertops, to pair back to low-rise leggings, foldover pants, and micro shorts—all capturing her signature minimalist style with a dash of retro inspiration.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Uoma Beauty was launched by Chuter in 2019 at Ulta, offering over 100 inclusive beauty products, including foundations in 51 shades.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Once safely arrived at its new location, the church was carefully lowered onto its concrete foundations.
—New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, grants from various universities and foundations have helped foster the next generation of journalists through more than a dozen newsroom internships each year.
—Greg Borowski, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Give your new mattress a solid place to land with one of the brand’s foundations.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 29 Aug. 2025
In 1988, a coalition of donors from large foundations to governments and individuals united to eradicate polio.
—Kelly Parsons, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Not even the foundations of the beautiful homes that once stood along the shoreline were spared.
—Sophia Leone, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
For Gerber, these gaps included the core foundations for the capsule—seamless camisoles and haltertops, to pair back to low-rise leggings, foldover pants, and micro shorts—all capturing her signature minimalist style with a dash of retro inspiration.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Uoma Beauty was launched by Chuter in 2019 at Ulta, offering over 100 inclusive beauty products, including foundations in 51 shades.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foundations
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Some of the city’s most venerable institutions are celebrating milestones, with the Joffrey Ballet marking its 70th anniversary — and 30 years in Chicago.—
Lauren Warnecke,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Over objections from the ordinance's co-sponsors, however, the committee passed an amendment — floated by Councilman Khalil Batshon — that would retain a licensing requirement for accessory overnight shelters run by religious institutions.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Seek Mentorship and Sponsorship Mentorship and sponsorship remain cornerstones of executive readiness.—
Matthew C. Meade,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Social interactions during meals and exercise are basic cornerstones of the Mediterranean style of eating.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
25 Aug. 2025
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Research institutes in Japan, China, and Europe have launched their own greenhouse gas-monitoring satellites.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
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Adityanath noted that just four years ago, no universities in the state offered courses in space science, but today over a dozen institutes provide such programs.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The gathering will bring together local groups, including CRS, Epic Partners and Coach Core, alongside stakeholders and funders, to highlight their work tackling youth violence and supporting young people through outreach, sports and creative arts.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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More than 100 people gathered at Idaho Capitol steps on Friday evening for the second annual Boise Trans March to rally for LGBTQ+ rights in Idaho — a state where these groups feel under attack.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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Burnout prevention and psychological safety will become the bedrocks of resilience.—
Maman Ibrahim,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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The brewing container is marked with a coffee bean to indicate the fill line for the coffee grounds, and the glass carafe has a dot for measuring water.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Aug. 2025
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It’s frequently required that the worker fund the program, either through taxes or as grounds for employment.—
Charlotte Morabito,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Foundations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foundations. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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