pedestals

noun

Definition of pedestalsnext
plural of pedestal
1
as in feet
a bottom part upon which something rests or is supported The museum displayed the jewels on a pedestal inside a glass case. The entrance to the ruined temple was flanked by columns, some of which had fallen from their pedestals.

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as in thrones
the position of someone who is treated or regarded as extraordinarily good, successful, etc. There's a tendency to put the person you love on a pedestal. The scandal knocked the beloved actor off his pedestal.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pedestals
  1. foot
  2. platforms
  3. foundations
  4. podiums
  5. pillars
  6. columns
Noun
  • Research has also found that foot reflexology—a type of foot massage—was effective in reducing pain among cancer patients.
    Markham Heid, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Other players on the Lakers injury report include Jarred Vanderbilt (right foot surgery recovery/left knee effusion), Christian Wood (left knee surgery recovery), and Jaxson Hayes (right ankle sprain/contusion).
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of foot
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  • Leveraging the opportunities of these hybrid platforms in order to benefit from a best-of-all-worlds scenario will be an important goal in 2025 and beyond.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Then, leverage tools such as CRM platforms and AI to nurture relationships.
    Raviraj Hegde, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of platforms
Noun
  • The corn kernels and 21-pronged gear that form our state flower, the violet, represent the agricultural and industrial foundations of our state and its status as the 21st state admitted to the Union.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • For brands, success lies in building flexible foundations that work for both current and future commerce paradigms.
    Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of foundations
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  • Both teams currently stand equal with five wins, 19 podiums, and seven pole positions, separated by just 24 points.
    Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Sauber has certainly kept an eye on the Brazilian, who has bagged two wins and three podiums.
    Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of podiums
Noun
  • The three pillars of the bro-economy White offered a similar concern, should crypto end up further entangled in the global economy.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • All touchpoints of the resort, including food and beverage, fitness, wellness & spa center and even meetings and events, are inspired by five pillars of wellness - mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation and sleep.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of pillars
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  • With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.
    David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The dining and bar cars have been thoughtfully redesigned to evoke intimacy and elegance, with soft lighting and marble columns as the focal points.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
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