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substructure

noun

Definition of substructure

as in framework

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Recent Examples of substructure The project requiring this bridge rehabilitation closure includes bridge deck repairs, parapet improvements, joint removal, substructure repairs and paving, according to the DOT. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026 The entire structure – including substructure, culvert and guard rails – is in need of an overhaul. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026 To get the most out of a trip inside, book a special visit to the substructure (basically the backstage area where people and animals waited to be brought onstage), the third tier, and the belvedere via the Colosseum's website. — Katie Parla, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026 Topalian has made doors up to 24 feet tall that require their own steel or aluminum substructure. — Clio Chang, Curbed, 19 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for substructure

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Noun

The executive order bans online betting operations in Brazil, less than two years after the government kicked off a legal framework allowing the industry to operate.

— Reuters, NBC news, 26 Sep. 2026
The project relies on a novel commercial framework to shield standard consumers from financial risk.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of framework

Noun

Whereas adult clams can move about using their muscular foot, adult oysters are sessile and remain fixed to the substratum.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026
This has led to the fairly obvious conclusion that this substratum of Disney’s movie-making is nothing more than brand promotion and capital gain.

— Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 20 May 2025

Definition of substratum

Noun

Part of Porat’s vision for the future lies in expanding Alphabet’s business infrastructure into space, where on Thursday the company will launch an AI data center.

— Connor Greene, Time, 30 Sep. 2026
The other $50 million will go to the Harold Hamm Diabetes Center, with $30 million for new director John Kirwan’s priorities and $20 million for capital improvements and research infrastructure.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of infrastructure

Noun

On a longer flight, having some additional neck support can make a significant difference.

— Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026
Days passed without the administration providing Impacted Party 1 any traditional support services, that would have included time off.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of support

Noun

Its five-peptide complex targets visible density and anchorage, while Cécred’s patent-pending Bioactive Keratin Ferment is designed to visibly strengthen hair.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Separately, state television reported that another Iranian tanker was attacked in Kharg Island anchorage area.

— Konstantin Toropin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of anchorage

Noun

Public pressure mounts in Washington The spate of security breaches has only intensified pressure on Republicans in Washington who were already struggling to manage a wave of political backlash over data centers.

— Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026
Slowing sales growth and a sharp profit decline are exposing strains in Shein’s ultra-fast-fashion model as regulatory pressure mounts, according to its first earnings report as a public company.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of mount

Noun

Hawaii residents are still recovering from Hurricane Lala, which produced heavy rain and winds strong enough to sweep about 100 homes off their foundations on the Big Island.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026
From polished and ladylike to more relaxed and directional, the skirt felt like the foundation of the spring wardrobe, signaling a shift toward more intentional, feminine dressing.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

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