Foothold
Definition
(noun) A secure position from which further progress may be made
Examples
“The company gained a strong foothold in the European market.”
“We finally got a foothold in Osaka.”
“Her foothold in the clinic disappeared after the merger.”
“I need a foothold before noon.”
“After two months in Lima, he had a foothold with the local reporters.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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