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groundwork

[ground-wurk] / ˈgraʊndˌwɜrk /


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"Our proof-of-concept device showcases rapid, scalable charging and energy storage at room temperature, laying the groundwork for next-gen energy solutions," he said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Nike provided a disappointing sales outlook, and the quick harsh reaction in the stock market might be laying the groundwork for a lucrative long-term investment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“Churchill’s autobiography,” Mr. Stiles explains, “lays the groundwork for how he wished to be perceived and how he would approach and create his political career.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

City Councilmember Ruth Galanter, who helped broker an agreement that laid the groundwork for the 1994 decision, urged the state board to insist that DWP fulfill its commitment.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

It was time for Dasch to help lay the groundwork and recruit some other men.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple