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groundworks

noun

plural of groundwork

as in foundations

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 groundworks Tilbury Douglas has tested the bot across various project stages but plans to deploy it even earlier, starting with foundations and groundworks. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026

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Spanning automotive, steel, and agriculture, as well as government procurement, market access, and the future architecture of North American trade rules, the confrontation is now touching the deepest foundations of their economic relationship.

— , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
During three seasons as the Rams’ offensive coordinator, Mike LaFleur said McVay established strong foundations but also used his tireless energy to encourage assistants to tear down tried-and-true concepts and build them back, sparking innovation.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

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One of the cornerstones of the Boise State football program is finding underrated talent from across the Gem State and turning those players into starters and even all-conference performers.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2026
In the months that followed, the Mets bid farewell to franchise cornerstones Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil and — despite trying to retain him — closer Edwin Diaz.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of cornerstones

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Athletics The Athletics are led by DH Brent Rooker, who hit 39 homers and stole 11 bases last year, and right fielder Lawrence Butler, an emerging star who added 22 homers and 18 steals.

— Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Washington Nationals The Nationals should take the next step forward as their young nucleus, led by shortstop CJ Abrams, who hit 20 homers and stole 31 bases last year, continues to develop and improve.

— Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025

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