as in foundation
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
they had collectively laid the groundwork for a new kind of art
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Recent Examples of groundwork
The senator told the outlet that his moves aren’t to lay groundwork for a presidential campaign.
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Jared Gans, The Hill, 2 June 2025
In general, fostering slower, more intentional digital habits can lay the groundwork for children to put their burgeoning critical thinking skills to good use.
—Evan Orticio, Scientific American, 2 June 2025
David Jolly governor campaign announcement coming soon Former Congressman David Jolly, who’s been traveling Florida laying the groundwork for a 2026 run for the Democratic nomination for governor, plans to announce his decision in the coming days.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2025
Over the past several years, Congress has laid the groundwork for a broader, more structural crackdown on how U.S. universities interact with Chinese institutions, researchers and students.
—Ronak D. Desai, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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Jared Gans, The Hill, 2 June 2025
In general, fostering slower, more intentional digital habits can lay the groundwork for children to put their burgeoning critical thinking skills to good use.
—Evan Orticio, Scientific American, 2 June 2025
David Jolly governor campaign announcement coming soon Former Congressman David Jolly, who’s been traveling Florida laying the groundwork for a 2026 run for the Democratic nomination for governor, plans to announce his decision in the coming days.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2025
Over the past several years, Congress has laid the groundwork for a broader, more structural crackdown on how U.S. universities interact with Chinese institutions, researchers and students.
—Ronak D. Desai, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groundwork
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Such knowledge, fully consistent with patriotism, provides an indispensable foundation for debates about contemporary issues.—
James T. Kloppenberg,
Time,
28 May 2025
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When trust erodes, so does the foundation for data sharing that powers our innovation economy.—
Nick Hart,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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These wooden cabins were then placed on trucks and driven to locations near the bases.—
Benjamin Brown,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The drones were transported to Russia and stored in trucks carrying cargo units with retractable roofs that were parked near the air bases and launched remotely.—
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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While Cox’s commanding presence was a cornerstone of the series, Pascal’s situation is uniquely different.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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This partnership has already facilitated talent exchanges and crossover events, with the WWE x AAA Worlds Collide show being a cornerstone of this new era, aiming to showcase the best of both promotions.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Donaldson’s books have been the bedrock of the BBC’s annual Christmas specials, with this being the 13th to be adapted.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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In the volcanic bedrock of the Andes, arsenic is naturally abundant and leaches into the drinking water.—
Kermit Pattison,
Scientific American,
20 May 2025
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“Groundwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groundwork. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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