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based

adjective as in located

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Streep plays Miranda Priestly, loosely based on Wintour, and part of the filming for the sequel is taking place in Milan.

From BBC

Its roots lie in the medieval stonemasons' guilds, and members still meet in "lodges" to carry out secretive initiation rituals and ceremonies based on allegories such as the building of King Solomon's Temple.

From BBC

In her speech, Reeves will also set out her belief in a "Britain based on opportunity", where "ordinary kids can flourish, unhindered by their background".

From BBC

Labour says some foreign nationals could earn earlier settlement, based on their contribution or skills.

From BBC

The lawsuit claims the administration is violating federal law by attempting to pressure states into changing curricula based on “political and ideological grounds.”

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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