cornerstone
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In 2022, during the last review of the treaty that is considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned humanity was "one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation."
From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026
Obama, who has remained active in public life since leaving office, has frequently emphasized education as a cornerstone of economic opportunity in his entire political and post-political career.
From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026
“I wanted to honor the teams of curators who form the cornerstone of any institution’s vision through the exhibitions they bring to the public,” says Opie.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Bread has long been a dietary cornerstone, sustaining societies for generations.
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
Dr. Gazzaley says that attention is also “absolutely critical for all high-level functioning,” a cornerstone of what it means to be human.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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