podiums

variants or podia
plural of podium
as in pulpits
a level usually raised surface the conductor on the podium tonight is one of the leading figures of classical music

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Recent Examples of podiums The federal determination highlights how permitting males to compete on female teams displaces female athletes from podiums, denies them advancement opportunities, and diminishes their visibility and recognition in competitions. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025 Indeed, those conversations soon moved from behind closed doors to press conference podiums, a further indication that this next once-unthinkable development would soon become the new normal. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2025 Leclerc scored four podiums through the summer European races, with a rear-suspension upgrade that arrived for Spa being a big breakthrough to remedy that ride-height issue. Luke Smith, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 However, on the other side of the garage, Charles Leclerc has delivered podiums against all odds, while Hamilton has been finishing and qualifying lower than his teammate. Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025 Climbing Academy alumnus-turned-instructor Kieran Hadley, MTB Academy head of school Riley Gardner, and dean of students Crista Wiles offer a behind-the-scenes look at how WCA is evolving, what makes its students stand out, and why this untraditional path leads to growth far beyond GPA or podiums. Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 12 Sep. 2025 Before even entering the iconic club room, a room full of textured fragrances were positioned on podiums like an art exhibit. Essence, 12 Sep. 2025 Prior to this, Lando had the unfortunate distinction of being the F1 driver with the most podiums and no victory. Rob Reed, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 The Democrats flocked there to raise their fists and pound the podiums. Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
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Noun
  • Hillsides and fields that were once mosaics of blue phlox, wood poppies and Jack-in-the-pulpits have become swaths of monochrome yellow.
    Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Among that past ministry work was that of City of Refuge, a program administered by FBC Woodstock for pastors who vacated their pulpits due to burn out or disciplinary reasons.
    Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Hybrid designs, cloven toes, chunky platforms, and furry and embellished creations are trending on TikTok.
    Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
  • An array of real ones sourced from real freelance platforms spanning product design, graphic design, game development, audio/video—plus all manner of operations, marketing, data, research, writing, and administrative needs.
    Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Still in its early stages, Montgomery Steppe’s proposal calls for free medical care, including prescription drugs, to be provided to people who lose Medi-Cal benefits or face ineligibility under new rules for Medicaid.
    Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Throughout much of Tame Impala‘s career, the Australian psych-rock group has been a critical darling as its following and stages have both increased in size.
    Josh Glicksman, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Wawa also features other made-to-order breakfast and lunch items, drinks and snacks, as well as touchscreen self-checkout stands, a coffee bar and high-grade fuel options.
    Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Since then, the college aura — the open practices, the packed stands, and the small-town camp atmosphere — has become an iconic, recurring part of the Bills' season build-up.
    Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The 24 entry-level terrace rooms start at 645 square feet, with spacious balconies overlooking the garden; the 14 Upper Terrace rooms, one floor up, are the same size, but considered ocean-facing, given the elevated viewpoint.
    Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
  • The resort offers villas with kitchens and private balconies that can sleep up to 10 people.
    Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Recuerdos Ilustrados celebrates Día de los Muertos journeying through life, love and death through contemporary altars and artwork by artists Álvaro Márquez, Stephanie Mercado and Daniel Villa.
    Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Some people choose to make these altars for their beloved pets too, and include items such as dog toys on the ofrenda.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025

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“Podiums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/podiums. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.

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