cornerstone
Example Sentences
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But earlier presidents still considered the alliance an essential asset to U.S. foreign policy and the cornerstone of a system that prevented war in Europe for most of a century.
From Los Angeles Times
Shown alongside a selection of his paintings and sculptures, these photos are the cornerstone of an exhibition that aims to illustrate the inventive ways Samaras approached both living and working as an artist.
“What makes Pokemon unique is that it isn’t aging out of its audience but it’s expanding it, becoming a cornerstone of the modern collectibles hobby rather than a passing trend.”
From Los Angeles Times
The court will now have to assess the legal challenge, a process that could delay and even derail a deal seen as a cornerstone of a Brussels push to open up new markets.
From Barron's
The court will now have to assess the legal challenge, a process that could delay and even derail a deal seen as a cornerstone of a Brussels push to open up new markets.
From Barron's
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