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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
Clemishire added that pastors should not be put on pedestals and that too often, the victims are ignored.
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Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
Rhoades will have the buck mounted on a pedestal to display on a whiskey barrel in his business office.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 28 Jan. 2026
Kaavia blew a kiss to the audience and left the pedestal.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Instead of lowering on a pedestal, the tabletop folds out of the way against the wall.
—New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
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Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2026
Rhoades will have the buck mounted on a pedestal to display on a whiskey barrel in his business office.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 28 Jan. 2026
Kaavia blew a kiss to the audience and left the pedestal.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Instead of lowering on a pedestal, the tabletop folds out of the way against the wall.
—New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pedestal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestal
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Subjecting them to extreme conditions–from the 14,000-foot ascent of Pikes Peak to the barren deserts of the Rebelle Rally.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
27 Feb. 2026
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The shoot-down comes about two weeks after the use of a military laser system by CBP designed to disrupt drones near El Paso prompted the FAA to abruptly shut down a large swath of airspace up to 18,000 feet over the city for 10 days.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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The sport’s formal connection to the state, meanwhile, culminated in 1926, when Hirohito, a financial backer of the Japan Sumo Association, ascended to the Japanese throne and rechristened sumo’s highest trophy the Emperor’s Cup.—
Joshua Hunt,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Andrew, Queen Elizabeth II’s third child and second eldest son, is currently eighth in line for the British throne after Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Prince Harry, Prince Archie, and Princess Lilibet.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
23 Feb. 2026
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State media photos released Thursday showed Kim, 42, and his daughter Kim Ju Ae standing with senior officials at a podium overlooking soldiers marching in formation.—
Stella Kim,
NBC news,
26 Feb. 2026
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For Knight, and for the women who stood with her on the Olympic podium, this was about the game, the gold and the community waiting to celebrate with them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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The path to the top is not professionally supported.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Heat 2 cups milk in the top of a double boiler just until bubbles start to form on the bottom of the pan.—
Indianapolis Star,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
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The company specializes in endpoint protection through its AI-native platform called Falcon.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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Guests can also book a special and more intimate dining experience on a floating platform, perched 50 meters above a nearby river convergence.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Snag a bar seat early for the best people watching, but be sure to start your meal with the hot buns no matter what.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Then a mid-level Shiite cleric, Khamenei won a seat in the Iranian parliament in 1980 as a member of the Islamic Republican Party and was appointed by Khomeini to the key post of Friday prayers leader in the capital.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Lord of the Rings Sauron’s Helmet Build an impressive replica of Sauron’s intimidating helmet, complete with a display stand, name plaque, and a minifigure clutching the One Ring.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Feb. 2026
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Each frame has a kick stand for tabletop display but can also be easily mounted on walls, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Kane Forest Preserve Foundation has announced the return of its Native Plant Sale, aimed at promoting biodiversity, supporting local ecosystems and fostering sustainable gardening practices, foundation officials said.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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The formula leans on fatty acids derived from castor oil to help hydrate the scalp and reinforce each strand, creating a good foundation for volume.—
Michelle Rostamian,
Allure,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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