footing
Example Sentences
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He lost his footing and dropped his spear.
From Literature
But there are risks to staying on a constant war footing, like failing to turn its tactical gains into a strategic change in Israel’s position.
The books on the floor caused me to lose my footing.
From Literature
China said its economy began the year on a steady footing, providing leaders room to try to shift the country’s growth engine toward consumption.
Zito also detailed why he believes his own firm’s private-credit business is on solid footing, joining a chorus of similar comments from his peers.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
