cornerstone
Example Sentences
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That information reporting is a cornerstone of tax compliance, and without it, confusion and fudging can take hold.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
The consensus among scholars and practitioners in design is nearly unanimous: Usability is one of the cornerstone achievements of our society over the past century.
From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026
On Thursday, Senator Elizabeth Warren, a Democrat from Massachusetts, reintroduced the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act, a proposal that was also a cornerstone of her 2020 presidential run.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
Throughout their undefeated Big Ten season, the Bruins’ freshmen have established themselves as a cornerstone of the team.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
“In the next few weeks, I will be speaking with all of you and showing you how this building, Pipo Place, will be the cornerstone and future of this community!”
From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya
Vocabulary lists containing cornerstone
Determined to Stay
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