as in foundation
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
the sole basis for the rumor is someone's overactive imagination
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Recent Examples of basis
Somehow, the human brain manages to incorporate new learnings on an ongoing basis without sacrificing existing knowledge.
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Rob Toews, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The menu covers all the bases, from classics like waffles and benedicts to unique offerings like berry quinoa and smothered brie.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
Anyone who is late for a ride (to work or elsewhere) on a regular basis is just lazy and rude.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
In tossing the suit out, the judge ruled that, whatever merits there might be to the complaints of the plaintiff, Sheila Slaughter Richey, there was no basis for including Showtime Networks in the suit at all, let alone as the sole defendant.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Mar. 2025
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Rob Toews, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The menu covers all the bases, from classics like waffles and benedicts to unique offerings like berry quinoa and smothered brie.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
Anyone who is late for a ride (to work or elsewhere) on a regular basis is just lazy and rude.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
In tossing the suit out, the judge ruled that, whatever merits there might be to the complaints of the plaintiff, Sheila Slaughter Richey, there was no basis for including Showtime Networks in the suit at all, let alone as the sole defendant.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basis
Noun
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This set has brushes to apply foundation, contouring and more.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The new bridge is a 70-foot-long, single-span bridge built on a pile foundation that is anchored into bedrock.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Oats are the cornerstone of the production, and quality has been a priority for Thompson over the years.—
Chloe Sorvino,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The team hopes that the facility will not only be a cornerstone of its neighborhood during the season, but a destination for year-round entertainment.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Stability, the ability to remain composed, consistent and dependable, especially during times of change and stress, is the bedrock of trust and the quiet strength that allows others to feel secure and focused.—
Michael McFall,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The concrete bases of the structure were located at the points where the bedrock is highest, reducing the cost of building the house’s foundations.—
María Noval-Quílez,
Architectural Digest,
30 Mar. 2025
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Is there any justification for Morgan Wallen having 37 tracks on his new album?—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
3 Apr. 2025
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In today’s newsletter, our immigration reporter Jonathan Blitzer investigates these deportations—and the questionable justification behind them.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Basis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basis. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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