bones

Example Sentences

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Domino’s has the bones of a great restaurant business: a franchised model, strong advertising, a powerful supply chain, and a brand built around value and convenience.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

"Without knowing who is selling these bones, it is impossible to know how the seller came across them," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The internet reshaped the foundations of business, work and global competition but needed 10 to 15 years to seep into the bones of the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

The main “Toy Story” franchise has yet to take a major stumble because the franchise has great bones.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

But then I think of my girl, and that this could have been her fur, and the anger shakes my bones.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz