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as in foot
a bottom part upon which something rests or is supported
The museum displayed the jewels on a pedestal inside a glass case. The entrance to the ruined temple was flanked by columns, some of which had fallen from their pedestals.
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as in throne
the position of someone who is treated or regarded as extraordinarily good, successful, etc.
There's a tendency to put the person you love on a pedestal. The scandal knocked the beloved actor off his pedestal.
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Recent Examples of pedestal
The statue of the guardian deity, or rākṣasa, once flanked the entrance of the Prasat Chen temple at Koh Ker, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Cambodia, where its feet and pedestal are still visible.
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Anne Doran,
ARTnews.com,
11 June 2026
Beneath the closest arch to the viewer is a statue on the pedestal—the top of the Mahnmal der Bewegung.
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Margherita Bassi,
Popular Science,
11 June 2026
It's recommended to purchase tickets to tour the crown or pedestal in advance.
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Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
On a pedestal at the foot of an impressive cantilevered helical staircase stands the ornate Taca de Portugal.
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James Horncastle,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for pedestal
Anne Doran,
ARTnews.com,
11 June 2026
Beneath the closest arch to the viewer is a statue on the pedestal—the top of the Mahnmal der Bewegung.
—
Margherita Bassi,
Popular Science,
11 June 2026
It's recommended to purchase tickets to tour the crown or pedestal in advance.
—
Usa Today Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
On a pedestal at the foot of an impressive cantilevered helical staircase stands the ornate Taca de Portugal.
—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for pedestal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
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Off a throw-in in the Ecuador half, Germany made a few crisp passes into the middle of the field, until the ball ended up at Leroy Sané’s feet just inside the box.
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An at home pedicure adds a few foot-specific tools to your manicure kit.
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He’s seated between my husband and me in a black high chair that looks less like baby gear and more like a throne à la Versailles.
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While some British media have previously reported that Lagerbielke is 254th in line for the Swedish throne, that appears to be a misinterpretation, according to Swedish officials and journalists with whom The Athletic spoke.
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Likewise, the fight for third through 10th seems to be bringing the most action lately, with several drivers and teams vying for that last step on the podium and solid championship points.
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In an emotional moment, Derek, who was strapped into the device, stood and walked to the podium to give his speech, according to Raddatz's book.
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Tickets were still available for purchase on the X Games website as of early Friday evening, ranging from $19 single-day entry tickets to more than $400 premium tickets with access to the concerts on top of the X Games events.
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The top of the draft class is considered light on forwards and deep in defensemen.
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After hours of debate on Tuesday, the Broward County School Board has paused the rollout of an artificial intelligence platform following concerns regarding privacy, cybersecurity and age-appropriate content.
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Here's what to know about July 4 travel, according to top travel platforms.
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Dragonstone is the windswept ancestral seat of House Targaryen, but the Black Queen did not grow up playing among its dusky caverns.
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Lauryn enjoyed the performance from her seat, singing along and cooling herself off with an electronic fan.
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The lemonade-stand style temporary food business also must bring in less than $5,000 a year.
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Beer, including Michelob Ultra, Kona Big Wave, Bud Light and Budweiser, was visible behind the counters at concession stands.
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But even the best managers are only as good as the players on the roster, and while yes, the Mets have immense, and expensive, talent on their roster, the cracks in the foundation eventually exposed its subpar construction.
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Video on Venezuelan state television showed buildings missing facades, tilted on their foundations.
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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