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

A Business Administration programme was the springboard for a work placement which led to a career with the same company.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Using the billboard business as a springboard into new industries, Turner started buying local radio stations across the South in the late 1960s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

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

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

I tried to be as clear as I could, and acted as if I myself were teaching the class rather than merely acting as a springboard for Rav Gershenson’s comments.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok