launching pad

noun

Examples of launching pad in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The post is a relatively under-the-radar office that’s often used a launching pad for the governor’s mansion. Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2024 The group serves as a launching pad for his whirlwind romance with Anne Hathaway’s Solène in Michael Showalter’s film, now streaming on Prime Video. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 May 2024 Cowan also spoke with Travis, 64, and wife Mary for the piece that takes viewers behind-the-scenes for a look at how longtime producer Kyle Lehning pieced together the song with the singer’s blessing using old audio tracks of his voice as a launching pad. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 3 May 2024 Set in a converted 20th century palatial home across from the peaceful Retiro Park and within walking distance of all the major sights, this urban getaway is an ideal launching pad for exploring all Madrid has to offer. Anna Haines, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for launching pad 

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Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of launching pad was in 1951

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“Launching pad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/launching%20pad. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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