footing

Example Sentences

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"Not only will the Welsh Ambulance Service continue to be understaffed and likely continue to miss key life-saving response time targets, but taxpayers are footing the bill," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The March jobs report offered a reminder of why so many economists have been reluctant to bet against the U.S. labor market: Even after four years of shocks, it keeps finding its footing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The company, which makes shoes from wool and eucalyptus, attracted young Bay Area consumers and celebrities for its sustainable practices, but has since struggled to find its footing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The new funding puts OpenAI on strong financial footing, giving it a crucial cash cushion to continue spending aggressively on AI chips for its research and products.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

He lost his footing and fell down on one knee.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman