groundwork

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Yale economist Robert Shiller has been widely credited with laying much of the theoretical groundwork for perpetual futures.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

And he laid the groundwork for the Dodgers’ sixth straight victory, their 13th in 15 games.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

“Tomorrow, Nick will begin meeting with staff across the organization to listen, learn, discuss what is working, identify opportunities for growth, and begin laying the groundwork for Season 59 and beyond,” Cibrowski and Weiss wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

As Barron’s previously reported, public listings have surged this year following a quiet 2025 spent laying the groundwork behind the scenes.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“Asase set an example for all of us. She set the groundwork, the legacy that we can use to move forward. Humanity must fix the Earth on its own. Starting with you.”

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer