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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
Here, pumpkins get a vertical lift on pedestals, adding interest to this decorative porch.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
Mix your Grandmother's French sideboard with modern upholstered chairs, or pair a sleek pedestal table with antique Windsor chairs.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
The vaulted primary bedroom sports an inviting bath with a pedestal soaking tub and access to a large outdoor lava rock shower, while a cupola up top has two separate decks.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
More commonly known as MIT, this school ranks first this year on our top colleges list, knocking Princeton off its pedestal.
—Francesca Walton, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
Mix your Grandmother's French sideboard with modern upholstered chairs, or pair a sleek pedestal table with antique Windsor chairs.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
The vaulted primary bedroom sports an inviting bath with a pedestal soaking tub and access to a large outdoor lava rock shower, while a cupola up top has two separate decks.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
More commonly known as MIT, this school ranks first this year on our top colleges list, knocking Princeton off its pedestal.
—Francesca Walton, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
Noun
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Three hundred and thirty days after Hersh was taken, her son's body was returned to her – 114 pounds on a frame that once stood six feet tall, and now, had six wounds.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Elisabeth is the heir to the Belgian throne, following her father, King Philippe.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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The eight-part series depicts the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, chronicling how two former allies would eventually become enemies in their fight for control of the English throne.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
28 Sep. 2025
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Back inside the church, Joseph’s cousin Fekel Morisette took the podium and called the congregation to its feet.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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At the most recent Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the Briton started the race from fifth and secured a P2 podium spot.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Alternatively, if an opponent aggressively presses both No 10s — as Laurent did with Rogers and Bologna attempted a fortnight earlier — Villa will create a two-vs-two up top.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The scam calls are so prevalent, especially toward senior citizens, that Milwaukee's sheriff's office has kept a warning for them at the top of its public service announcement web page and developed a video in November 2024 on what people should expect.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Mendelson couldn't be more excited for a new audience to learn about the legend who rewrote Hollywood's rules, captivated crowds and devoted her platform to the AIDS crisis.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Netflix's modern retelling of the Biblical story of Ruth and Boaz, set in the tiny Tennessee town of Pegram, recently hit the global streaming platform.—
Katie Nixon,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Jose Mourinho had just got up from his seat in the Benfica dugout, at the start of the game, when the Chelsea supporters in the Matthew Harding Stand at Stamford Bridge started to serenade him.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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As the applause continued, Clooney kissed his wife Amal, who looked emotional in her seat just behind him.—
Jen Juneau,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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The new space will offer wellness areas, lactation rooms and sit-stand workstations.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Anyone will tell you that the real stand-out of the film, though, is Michael Stuhlbarg, reuniting with the director after 2017’s Call Me By Your Name, who plays Roberts’s therapist husband.—
Morgan Baila,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
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Cook wants the foundation to also benefit other neurodivergent kids, like those with ADHD or dyslexia.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Oct. 2025
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The foundation of this look is a timeless trench, like the Orolay lightweight double-breasted overcoat.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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