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cornerstone

[kawr-ner-stohn] / ˈkɔr nərˌstoʊn /


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Giredestrant has the potential to become a cornerstone therapy in breast cancer, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 10, 2026

For years, Goretzka was a cornerstone of Bayern Munich's midfield.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

“Today’s agreement illustrates our belief that copyright is a cornerstone of the film and television industry – and reinforces our commitment to protect creative content,” said MPA Chairman and Chief Executive Charles Rivkin.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

It was also a cornerstone investor in SK Hynix’s recent U.S. debut.

From MarketWatch Jul. 31, 2026

The idea had been conceived in Lusaka by Oliver and the ANC, and the campaign was the cornerstone of a new strategy that would put our cause in the forefront of people’s minds.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

Spiritual jazz and psychedelic soul are cornerstones of her sound, along with new-age accouterments like prayer bowls and chimes blended with instruments including Fender Rhodes keyboards and vibraphone.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

As tech has grown as an overwhelming force in our lives, the visual design cornerstones associated with it—arial font, minimalist branding, bright colors and clean lines—have become the norm.

From Slate Aug. 21, 2026

Throw in the likelihood that Mark Wood will never play another Test and it means the four cornerstones of England's pace attack have gone in the space of three years, taking 1,609 wickets with them.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

This devotion to authenticity is one of Thompson’s cornerstones.

From Salon May 15, 2026

I was suddenly pointedly aware of the fact that I was standing in one of the cornerstones of civilization, talking to the Master Archivist of the University.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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