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as in feet
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 thrones
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 pedestals
To make the display look interesting, stand some books upright and stack larger books horizontally to serve as pedestals for decorative items, such as a picture frame or a piece of pottery.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
Statues and pedestals These ramp the garden up to a much more formal level.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Aug. 2025
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
Statues and pedestals These ramp the garden up to a much more formal level.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestals
Noun
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If caught in one, pull off the road, turn off your lights and keep your foot off the brake.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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From Benzie County to Allegan County, Lake Michigan conditions are unsafe for swimmers (including beach walkers near piers) as waves will range from 2-6 feet high with rip currents.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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The 6 foot, 195-pound wideout from Utah State should be able to help with Kansas City’s deep pass attack, Garrison said, now that fellow receiver Xavier Worthy could be out for some time with a shoulder injury.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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There are so many runners to filter through to the start line in their coloured waves that by the time the last pairs of feet have set off, the elite athletes have long finished.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The new contract is a clear sign that Gasly will remain an integral part of Alpine’s future plans, as well as warding off any possible interest in the Frenchman from teams further up the grid in the coming years when seats open up.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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That number turned even uglier when the Cubs tagged him for five runs in the opening inning, highlighted by Swanson’s three-run shot into the left-field seats, his 22nd of the season.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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The new studio will produce content across multiple platforms including theatrical releases, streaming services, commercial projects, gaming experiences and international collaborations.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Castillo said his district is offering online learning platforms, similar to those used during COVID-19, to some of those kids missing school out of fear of immigration raids.—
Kayla Jimenez,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Bake in oven at 375 degrees for around 20 to 23 minutes on average, or until the slightest amount of golden color tinges the tops.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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The retailer recently rolled back prices on a wide array of cute fall tops, marking most of them below $35.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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This is all thanks to Saturn retrograde and a total lunar eclipse in Pisces, activating your fourth house of home, family and emotional foundations.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Renovations cost about $324,000, which came from outside foundations and organizations, including Feeding San Diego.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Entering as the 11th team on the grid, the American squad has opted for experience over youth, with 527 grand prix starts, 16 grand prix wins and 106 podiums between the two 35-year-olds.—
Yara Elshebiny,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The next-closest competitor, four-time Formula 1 World Championship winner Max Verstappen, is in a distant third with just two wins and five podiums (187 points).—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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There will be a temptation because of his height to draw parallels with Moyes’ use of Marouane Fellaini and Soucek, two key pillars of his Everton and West Ham sides, but where Rohl is concerned, his size can be deceptive.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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If these pillars maintain momentum, the stock could see substantial upside driven by revenue expansion and margin gains.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Pedestals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestals. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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