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as in foot
a bottom part upon which something rests or is supported
The museum displayed the jewels on a pedestal inside a glass case. The entrance to the ruined temple was flanked by columns, some of which had fallen from their pedestals.
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as in throne
the position of someone who is treated or regarded as extraordinarily good, successful, etc.
There's a tendency to put the person you love on a pedestal. The scandal knocked the beloved actor off his pedestal.
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This steel countertop drawer provides extra space to stash my utensils while also serving as a pedestal or shelf for other kitchen storage—a water carafe, perhaps, or your fruit basket, or bottles of oil.
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Emily Johnson, Bon Appétit, 5 Dec. 2024
The handcrafted ceramic vessel on a pedestal is coated in gold foil and can be refilled after your candle is done or repurposed as another objet d’art.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Instead, viewers are immersed in Millie’s Kingston, with dialogue spoken almost entirely in Jamaican patois, where opportunities are limited, gang violence persists and whiteness is still put on a pedestal.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 25 Nov. 2024
This set comes with a cordless wine opener, foil cutter, pourer, vacuum wine stoppers, and a wood-style pedestal for display and storage.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
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Emily Johnson, Bon Appétit, 5 Dec. 2024
The handcrafted ceramic vessel on a pedestal is coated in gold foil and can be refilled after your candle is done or repurposed as another objet d’art.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Instead, viewers are immersed in Millie’s Kingston, with dialogue spoken almost entirely in Jamaican patois, where opportunities are limited, gang violence persists and whiteness is still put on a pedestal.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 25 Nov. 2024
This set comes with a cordless wine opener, foil cutter, pourer, vacuum wine stoppers, and a wood-style pedestal for display and storage.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
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One of the driest and highest places on Earth, its altitude of 16,500 feet (5,000 meters) allows observations to be made under exceptionally clear skies and through less of Earth's dense atmosphere.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Kate’s surprise appearance at the Wimbledon men’s singles tennis final had the center court crowd on their feet.Kathy Rose O'Brien and Billy Stockwell, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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French President Emmanuel Macron hosted world leaders including Trump and William, who is next in line to the British throne, to celebrate the re-opening on Saturday, December 7.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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There’s an Emperor from House Corrino on the galactic throne, Bene Gesserit sisters manipulating events from the shadows, precious spice being mined from the sands of the desert planet Arrakis, and a murderous rivalry between Houses Harkonnen and Atreides.EW.com, EW.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The larger shell structure, which houses the Concert Hall, is on the western side of the podium to which the Monumental Steps lead.Michael Y. Park, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
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At risk of missing the medal podium altogether, Serbia tipped off again 28 hours later against Germany.Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 8 Dec. 2024
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The image first gained notice as part of the banner image at the top of what is believed to be Mangione’s X profile, where Breloom sat alongside a picture of him and another picture of an X-ray that appears to be a spinal fusion procedure.Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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In the photo, Gomez, wearing a fuzzy fashion-Yeti top, appears to be admiring her new engagement ring but said nothing about the fast food merch beside her.Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 12 Dec. 2024
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If the merger to build new EV platforms and appealing products goes through, maybe three heads will be better than one.New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Dec. 2024
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Follow us on social platform X: (@asimendinger and @kristinakarisch) and suggest this newsletter to friends!Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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Snag a seat at the bar for selections from the raw bar and lighter bites, or kick it family style and share some of their many entrees and sides.Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Dec. 2024
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Republican Jeff Gonzalez won a seat in the Assembly by focusing on the high cost of living and building alliances with Democrats.Anabel Sosa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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The state park, California’s oldest, is also the largest stand of ancient coast redwoods south of San Francisco.Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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The following morning, Nov. 20, Heskett was back in the same stand.Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 12 Dec. 2024
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Start with introductory courses or free resources such as YouTube tutorials to build a solid foundation.Jay Garcia, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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From the decision to rejoin the Paris Agreement to delivering the most transformative investment in clean energy in American history, Biden laid the foundation for a cleaner, safer future.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Pedestal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pedestal. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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