plinth

noun

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as in foot

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Recent Examples of plinth The main threat is vibrations, but with the help of vibration expert Kerstin Kracht, those have been reduced by 96 percent, says the report, to the same level a sculpture experiences on a plinth in a museum as visitors walk by. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 4 June 2026 The three princesses Atzimba, Eréndira and Tzetzangari The sculpture is not large — measuring 7 feet wide and standing 6 feet, 6 inches tall without a plinth — but its history is. — Eric Adler june 24, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2026 The textured space is filled with vintage treasures including a Rogan Gregory light sculpture, a wood plinth by Milo Baughman, and a 1960s bamboo armchair by Giovanni Travasa. — Sarah Wood González, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026 The monument, which depicts Rodney on horseback, was taken down from its plinth in Rodney Square in Wilmington, Delaware in 2020 in response to Black Lives Matter protests and a nationwide reckoning with racist police violence. — News Desk, Artforum, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for plinth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plinth
  1. foot
  2. pedestal
  3. stand
  4. dais
  5. rostrum
  6. podium
  7. foundation
  8. platform
Noun
  • As its name suggests, the product is formulated with skin care superstar retinol to smooth fine lines and crow’s feet and brighten dark circles.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 7 July 2026
  • The climber was found dead by search and rescue teams on the upper face of Longs Peak, an iconic 14,259-foot summit in the national park in Colorado.
    — Michael Loria, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of foot
Noun
  • Perhaps no contingent appears better suited to topple soccer’s ruling class from its pedestal than the seven remaining nations of the Confederation of African Football.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 June 2026
  • Because in order to steal them, that's the easiest way to-- to get them off the pedestal.
    — Anderson Cooper, CBS News, 28 June 2026
Definition of pedestal
Noun
  • White Castle is considered the nation’s first fast-food hamburger stand.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2026
  • The 52-foot stand features shatterproof bulbs that cast a warm, Edison-style glow, instantly cozying up patios, balconies, pergolas, and outdoor dining setups.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026
Definition of stand
Noun
  • The front row is reserved for council members, who will not be seated at the dais for today’s ceremony.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
  • Dressed in Chiefs red, the family happily smiled from a dais as Patrick re-upped on his deal.
    — Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Definition of dais
Noun
  • Helena Newman, Sotheby’s chairman of both Europe and Impressionist and modern art, took to the rostrum for the second part of the sale.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 24 June 2026
  • The rostrum is covered in what is called Ampullae of Lorenzini, which are specialized sensory organs filled with gel that conduct electricity and allow the goblin sharks to search for squid, fish and crustaceans in the dark.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 12 June 2026
Definition of rostrum
Noun
  • At one point during his speech, Russert left the podium to pour a glass of water.
    — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Jorgenson owns a pair of podium finishes at the Tour de France, scoring a second place in 2024 and a third in 2023.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 June 2026
Definition of podium
Noun
  • The foundation helped raise more than $200,000 to pay off school lunch debt for students, gave out turkeys to families during the holidays and provided resources to those impacted by gun violence.
    — Tyler Quattrin, Twin Cities, 7 July 2026
  • The actor says the group of actors, led by Elle Woods herself, Lexi Minetree, developed a solid foundation with each other and in themselves filming the next season before the first had aired.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026
Definition of foundation
Noun
  • Gonzales ran with a platform decisively to the left, supporting Medicare-for-all, raising the minimum wage and cracking down on junk fees.
    — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Style it with platform sandals or chunky heels, or go casual with a pair of white sneakers.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of platform

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