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Recent Examples of substratum
This was a copy of Mikhail’s unpublished autobiography, Leila explained, the substratum to his monumental Histoire de Baalbek’s six editions.
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Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
If the substratum of the local and the vernacular is being erased in a metaphorical but also very literal sense by a voracious and extractive economic order, then the global subaltern’s rage must be given a voice and a place.
—Manuel Borja-Villel, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
In this model the modern Turks and Kurds would also be reflective of this ancient substratum, being more insulated from Sub-Saharan admixture as well as the population movements of Arabian tribes from the peninsula in the first century or so of Islam.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2012
Precisely, the Uygurs are descended from Northeast Asian Turks, who assimilated an Indo-European speaking substratum.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2012
This may be a case where the original cultural substratum has an outsized impact (the dialect of eastern New England, made famous by the Catholic Irish of Boston, is descended from East Anglian English!).
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2011
Southeast Asians are derived from several pulses of farmers from the fringes of what became southern China, but absorbing an ancient earlier substratum.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2012
The suffix -core comes from hard core, which at first (1841) referred to broken bricks or stones that formed the hard substratum of roads and foundations.
—Melissa Mohr, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Feb. 2022
Sessions is speaking to a real perception of a significant substratum of the American citizenry.
—Christopher Shea, Vox, 1 Aug. 2018
Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
If the substratum of the local and the vernacular is being erased in a metaphorical but also very literal sense by a voracious and extractive economic order, then the global subaltern’s rage must be given a voice and a place.
—Manuel Borja-Villel, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
In this model the modern Turks and Kurds would also be reflective of this ancient substratum, being more insulated from Sub-Saharan admixture as well as the population movements of Arabian tribes from the peninsula in the first century or so of Islam.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2012
Precisely, the Uygurs are descended from Northeast Asian Turks, who assimilated an Indo-European speaking substratum.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2012
This may be a case where the original cultural substratum has an outsized impact (the dialect of eastern New England, made famous by the Catholic Irish of Boston, is descended from East Anglian English!).
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2011
Southeast Asians are derived from several pulses of farmers from the fringes of what became southern China, but absorbing an ancient earlier substratum.
—Razib Khan, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2012
The suffix -core comes from hard core, which at first (1841) referred to broken bricks or stones that formed the hard substratum of roads and foundations.
—Melissa Mohr, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Feb. 2022
Sessions is speaking to a real perception of a significant substratum of the American citizenry.
—Christopher Shea, Vox, 1 Aug. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for substratum
Noun
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Their reputations, while not always stellar, are governed by robust regulatory frameworks, which can inspire a level of trust.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Creator and writer Paul William Davies dissects a script page that lays the framework for the wildly entertaining whodunnit.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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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
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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
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To label a bridge in poor condition, one of three categories — the deck, superstructure or substructure — must be rated a four or less out of nine.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
The Tennessean,
17 June 2024
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The bridge's deck was found to be in satisfactory condition, while the substructure was in fair condition.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
5 Dec. 2024
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As of Thursday morning, six vessels were at the outer anchorage, with 11 loading and unloading boxes at the port jetties.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Sep. 2019
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The merchant ship was also damaged, but no injuries were reported on either vessel, the Navy said following the collision near a crowded anchorage for ships transiting the canal.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN,
16 Feb. 2025
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His administration has threatened steep tariffs on French exports, including wine and champagne, and has criticized EU leaders over defense spending and support for Ukraine.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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Each pair of shoes is fitted with cork and foam insoles that mold to your foot shape to provide personalized support and cushioning, while the outsoles are made from slip-resistant rubber that will keep you comfy and confident on slick city streets.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Everton’s new American owners at The Friedkin Group (TFG) are keen to explore the potential of transforming the surrounding dockside area into an entertainment district, even if there are still significant issues with local transport infrastructure.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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But some analysts have pointed out that a ceasefire in the Black Sea and a pause on strikes against energy infrastructure could be disadvantageous to Ukraine.—
Angus Watson,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2025
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) advises turning space heaters off before going to bed or leaving the room.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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And like many parents, when the kids go to bed, Meghan and Prince Harry like to unwind with some of their favorite shows.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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The inclusion of the pole mount is actually a very nice improvement over the residential kit, which doesn't offer different mounts in the box, requiring you to purchase one separately.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
23 Mar. 2025
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The steel mount is long-lasting, with an arm that can extend almost 15 inches out.—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Substratum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/substratum. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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