bedrock

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This result stands out because subsurface microbial communities in continental bedrock aquifers are often considered relatively stable.

From Science Daily

The mix of clear-eyed realism with a dreamer’s optimism might be Brooks’ ultimate trick, the bedrock of his mixed-up style of sincere, bittersweet and funny: comedies with a heavy heart.

From Los Angeles Times

"The difference here," he added, "was it was the U.S. Treasury market" - the $22 trillion bedrock of the global financial system, where yields typically move just a few basis points a day.

From Reuters

When she bellows drunkenly that “innocent until proven guilty” is the bedrock of civilized society, you see that she also uses it as a free pass for her own dodgy behavior.

From New York Times

“American democracy, while not perfect, protects the free exchange of ideas and rule of law that is at the bedrock of sustainable growth.”

From Washington Times