lay the groundwork
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Scientists hope these findings could help lay the groundwork for future therapies that guide microbial communities toward healthier states rather than eliminating bacteria altogether.
From Science Daily • May 8, 2026
The companies in his delegation—including Hunt Oil, Repsol, Eni, Halliburton, Petroquímica de Venezuela and several trading firms—are expected to sign memorandums of understanding to lay the groundwork to operate in Venezuela.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 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
But the principle — lay the groundwork, then count on timing and good fortune — could apply here.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
“Maybe because I left you so fast. Maybe I didn’t lay the groundwork for a proper memory. Or maybe I wanted you to find me, in some way. I don’t know.”
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
