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cornerstone

noun

ˈkȯr-nər-ˌstōn

Definition of cornerstone

as in basis

an immaterial thing upon which something else rests a concern for basic human rights was the cornerstone of the president's foreign policy

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Recent Examples of cornerstone Restful, high-quality sleep is the cornerstone of good health. — Mura Dominko, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026 Summers has been one of the cornerstones of the X-Men comics, first appearing in a 1963 The X-Men from Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026 Brushing properly and flossing daily are the cornerstones of oral hygiene. — Mark Gurarie, HEALTH, 6 Aug. 2026 Another lingering uncertainty is the fate of the historic Olympia Theater, a Flagler Street cornerstone that’s been effectively shuttered. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cornerstone

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Despite his failures to win the big games, Franklin won at a level plenty of schools and fan bases would welcome.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
In an attempt to combat the limited water supply, the Puerto Rican government is turning off residents’ access to the necessity on a rotating 48-hour basis.

— Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of basis

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Historical background The complexities of Pennsylvania’s system of municipalities go back to its foundation as a colony in the 17th century.

— Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Aug. 2026
The organization is funded through Howard County government, state and federal grants, private foundations, and contributions from individuals, community groups, the faith community and local businesses.

— Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026

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The model includes information about the stream and surrounding area, such as elevation, slope of the stream, how straight the stream is, the number of streams nearby, average precipitation and geology of the bedrock layer.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 15 Aug. 2026
Multiple titles also chart for Millennials and the Gen Z the evolution of bedrock relations beyond those of nuclear families.

— John Hopewell, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026

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