springboard

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CoreWeave is closely tied to Microsoft, OpenAI and a smattering of other large players, while Nebius seems to view deals with the big players as a springboard to reach a much wider set of customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

May 7 Though plenty of comics view crowd work as just another part of the job, comedian Nate Jackson has made it the springboard to a career.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

He hit headlines in the 1990 games after striking and cutting his head on the springboard while competing.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Each prior test of this secular trendline has served as a springboard for higher prices.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Most of the kids hit the springboard and landed near the front of the mat.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles