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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 finished pedestal looks like something from a garden boutique, and the whole project comes together in minutes.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
In this TikTok video, the creator grabs items from Dollar Tree and uses her hot glue gun to stack the votive and the candle holder into a customized garden pedestal.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Build a garden pedestal with Dollar Tree finds For a creative outdoor gift, a garden pedestal made entirely from Dollar Tree supplies is a surprisingly polished option.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Elevate Your Machines Elevating your washer and dryer with the help of pedestals offers extra storage space for pull-out drawers below.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
In this TikTok video, the creator grabs items from Dollar Tree and uses her hot glue gun to stack the votive and the candle holder into a customized garden pedestal.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Build a garden pedestal with Dollar Tree finds For a creative outdoor gift, a garden pedestal made entirely from Dollar Tree supplies is a surprisingly polished option.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Elevate Your Machines Elevating your washer and dryer with the help of pedestals offers extra storage space for pull-out drawers below.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
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Young and Elijah came to blows on the apron, knowing that as soon as their feet touch the ground, they would be eliminated.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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In December 2024, a 1,670-square-foot single-family house in the 41500 block of Higgins Way sold for $3,400,000, a price per square foot of $2,036.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
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Also in the chest were the Earl and Countess’ coronets, small crowns worn by the nobility for the ceremonial occasion of a monarch’s ascension to their throne, which are shaped to include decorative elements which indicate the rank of the peer wearing them.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Dinello was right, and The Late Show eventually became late night’s ratings leader—a throne that CBS is now voluntarily abdicating.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2026
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Supporters say girls are losing podium spots, titles and scholarship opportunities to competitors with measurable physical advantages.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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As a result, AB shared the first-place podium alongside another athlete twice at the state track and field meet last year.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Additional images showed an unknown number of snakes curled on top of one another inside a large crate that was placed in the back of an officer’s vehicle.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Recently, marinated, raw tuna cubes sat on top of a creamy hazelnut and bean pure while a fatty pork jowl was balanced by a tart salsa verde and sprigs of purslane.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The odds of prices topping $5 per gallon exceeded 60% on the platform yesterday afternoon.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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Inside the fairgrounds she’s known as Venus Electrificata, a flapper femme fatale perched atop a low-voltage platform, ready to deliver a mild shock to any punter willing to spend a few francs for a kiss.—
Ben Croll,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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Like any good host, Twain kept us on the edge of our seats with multiple wardrobe changes as the show went on, ditching the bangs for a classic curly look.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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In an effort to sway Altman, Musk's team invited him for a tour of a Tesla factory and promised him a board seat at Tesla.—
Ashley Capoot,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Uthmeier has taken a courageous stand, and should finish the fight.—
Kimberly Bird,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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On the chain's r/Costco subreddit, a fan recently spotted a paella stand inside one of the chain's Mexican warehouses.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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On one of the main topics, Beccera noted that the state needs to invest in early years education and reduce class sizes to ensure students have a strong educational foundation for their future success.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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The Moon in Taurus moves through your 4th House of Home, drawing attention to comfort, family, and emotional foundations.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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