lay the groundwork/foundation

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: to provide the right conditions

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Recent Examples on the Web With a color specialist’s time usually being the biggest variable cost on a project, this is an opportunity for designers to lay the foundation for an efficient (and cost-effective) partnership. —

Emily Evans Eerdmans, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2024 For co-director Schwartz, the success of the Quiet on Set series should help lay the groundwork for a more equitable and kinder kids TV set in Hollywood going forward. —

Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Aug. 2024 What's next: Before the summit next Thursday, there will be preparatory talks by teams from all sides to lay the groundwork, the senior U.S. official told reporters. —

Barak Ravid, Axios, 8 Aug. 2024 When in reality, those moments are what lay the foundation for deeper friendships down the line. —

Brittany Vickers, Essence, 26 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for lay the groundwork/foundation

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