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cornerstone

[kawr-ner-stohn] / ˈkɔr nərˌstoʊn /


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In a matter of months, Intel has transformed itself from a struggling foundry to a cornerstone of the artificial-intelligence buildout, sending the stock rallying to all-time highs.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

“Worksite enforcement remains a cornerstone of our efforts to protect public safety, national security, and economic stability,” ICE said in a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Another unknown outside his home state until recently, Talarico has become a Democratic star by taking on Republicans at their own game -- by making his Christian faith the cornerstone of his politics.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Environmental protections are a cornerstone of Miranda’s campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“Alar is the cornerstone of sympathy. If you are going to impose your will on the world, you must have control over what you believe.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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