foothold
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And in some areas, Ukraine's forces have managed to gain a foothold.
From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026
For decades, foreign corporations accepted the risks of operating in Cuba, seeking a foothold in the island’s tourism and mining sectors despite a long-running U.S. embargo.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
At Wembley, her opener was crucial, coming after Brighton had dominated the first 30 minutes and with City struggling to get a foothold.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
A popular financial derivative that allows speculators to bet on prices for everything from obscure meme coins to shares of companies that haven’t gone public yet is finally gaining a foothold in the U.S.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
As he frantically searched for another foothold with his right foot he watched the overhang fall away as the stalk continued growing.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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