footing

Example Sentences

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"Since tips go straight to staff, it is quite likely that restaurants are using tips as a way to increase salaries without footing the bill," says Harris.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

"We are on a war footing and all our armed forces are fully ready, with all their resources and equipment, to confront any enemy," he said.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

But her replacement, sophomore Isabella Vega, couldn’t find her footing, either.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

The regulator said the recalibration was required because domestic broadcasters should not be left footing the bill for financing Canadian programming.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

In the moment of darkness, Taran lost his footing as the ground rose steeply on one side.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander