groundwork

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

At the conference Monday, Chevron’s Wirth said more groundwork was needed to attract investment by major U.S. oil companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 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

These findings laid the groundwork for the phase 1 clinical trial, which aimed to determine a safe starting dose and better understand how the therapy works in patients.

From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026

“I reckon I can. I’ll describe your hangdog look and shoeless state for her too. Lay you a good solid groundwork for some groveling.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss