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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 same person who puts you on a pedestal may later use that dynamic to undermine your confidence.
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Kathy and Ross Petrass, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
All of that has put Dhillon on a political pedestal for some conservatives who quickly launched a campaign advocating for her promotion at the Justice Department, whether to helm the department outright or to a higher position.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2026
In addition, about a third of the mannequins are placed on pedestals, with the others at ground level.
—CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition, about a third of the mannequins are placed on pedestals, with the others at ground level.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Kathy and Ross Petrass, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
All of that has put Dhillon on a political pedestal for some conservatives who quickly launched a campaign advocating for her promotion at the Justice Department, whether to helm the department outright or to a higher position.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 22 Apr. 2026
In addition, about a third of the mannequins are placed on pedestals, with the others at ground level.
—CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
In addition, about a third of the mannequins are placed on pedestals, with the others at ground level.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
Noun
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The orders, which were issued by third district court commissioner Russell Minas, are in place for three years and require Paul and Mortensen to stay at least 100 feet away from each other.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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According to investigators, Anderson stands at about 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 220 pounds.—
Alexa Ashwell,
Baltimore Sun,
1 May 2026
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The king returns to his throne tonight after a few months off, and he's set to steal all the headlines.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Louis is the youngest of the trio and is fourth in line to the British throne.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Infantino was forced to return to the podium, while the two representatives stood apart.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Belichick and several of Brady’s former teammates — including Rob Gronkowski, Julian Edelman, Randy Moss and Bledsoe, whom Brady famously replaced as the Patriots’ starting quarterback in 2001 — all had their turns at the podium, as did his former on-field rival Peyton Manning.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Stars’ biggest strength is their depth, and removing the linchpin from the top of the lineup affected every line.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Plus, the more restrained growth of today still comes on top of a much larger business, the Zenith CEO pointed out.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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My husband has a large following on social media platforms due to his former career.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The layout includes an ergonomic cockpit, a refined interior with a twin cabin aft, and a teak deck with fold-out platforms and sunpads forward and aft.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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The 20,062-seat stadium has a Petco Park vibe, from the artwork and nods to the team’s history located throughout the stadium.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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In advance of the Florida Legislature meeting next week to redraw congressional districts, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz is decrying the move as a partisan effort to eliminate Democratic seats.—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Families flock to the Cape for mini-golfing, traipsing around sand dunes, comparing ice cream stands, gobbling up lobster rolls, spotting whales, and simply admiring the gray cedar shake houses adorned with colorful buoys.—
Kara Williams,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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Other Catholic thinkers, though, worry this might be too sanguine, and hope the Church will take a stronger stand against AI.—
Elias Wachtel,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2026
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When your foundation feels steady, everything else begins to move forward with more ease.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Life forms of increasing complexity filled the seas, providing the evolutionary foundations for nearly every phylum alive today.—
Marlowe Starling,
Quanta Magazine,
1 May 2026
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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