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cornerstone

[kawr-ner-stohn] / ˈkɔr nərˌstoʊn /


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

From MarketWatch Jul. 31, 2026

Empathy, on stage, becomes a cornerstone of experiencing live performance that pulls heartstrings, inspires raucous laughter or elicits a collective groan when a poorly-hatched plan falters.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2026

"The Odyssey" is an Ancient Greek poem believed to have been written by Homer that is considered a cornerstone of Western literature and one of the finest stories ever created.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

They are a cornerstone to public understanding and trust.

From Slate Jul. 2, 2026

“Alar is the cornerstone of sympathy. If you are going to impose your will on the world, you must have control over what you believe.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

Homeownership is one of the cornerstones of the American dream, deeply ingrained in our culture as a symbol of financial success and stability.

From MarketWatch Apr. 24, 2026

The Green Bay Packers were formed a year later, and the two institutions, about five miles apart, grew up side by side as cornerstones of the community.

From Salon Mar. 10, 2026

What’s more, Seattle parted ways with a quarterback and receiver who for years had been cornerstones of their offense.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 9, 2026

Both indexes are cornerstones of “Dow Theory,” he said, referencing a longstanding observation that stock markets move in predictable waves tied to economic growth.

From Barron's Jan. 13, 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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