groundwork

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Head says he learned laying the groundwork for successful action took time before any operational activity took place, and the same applies to cooperating with tech firms.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Most importantly for the long term, we are seeing the EU lay the groundwork for a potential flourishing of capitalism by supporting technology and innovation and by reforming and deregulating where appropriate.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

As was the groundwork, so to speak, for flights in—and into—the future.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

But the principle — lay the groundwork, then count on timing and good fortune — could apply here.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Recordings also provide inspiration, and lay the groundwork for understanding music’s vocabulary and structure.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin