pillar

Example Sentences

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The job gains were driven by a big rebound for the healthcare and social-assistance sector, the pillar that has held up the labor market for much of the past year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Additionally, Goldman Sachs predicts that central bank demand will remain a fundamental pillar of support, averaging about 60 metric tons monthly, once price volatility dissipates.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

If that leadership falters, however, it could remove an important pillar for the group, raising the risk of a more pronounced slowdown across not only tech, but also the overall market.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

"We are all in shock and are devastated, our hearts are in pieces at the loss of Tom in such a cruel way. He was a pillar of strength towards us all," his family said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Juan sat against a pillar, his head locked between his arms and bent knees like some surly, spiky-haired statue.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older