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substructure

noun

Definition of substructure

as in framework

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Recent Examples of substructure The entire structure – including substructure, culvert and guard rails – is in need of an overhaul. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026 But the Palace of the Fine Arts, on the north end of the festival grounds, was protected by a brick substructure to protect priceless art collections from around the world. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 15 June 2026 To get the most out of a trip inside, book a special visit to the substructure (basically the backstage area where people and animals waited to be brought onstage), the third tier, and the belvedere via the Colosseum's website. — Katie Parla, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026 The project requiring this bridge rehabilitation closure includes bridge deck repairs, parapet improvements, joint removal, substructure repairs and paving, according to the DOT. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for substructure

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Noun

Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.

— Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
In this framework, Argentina’s FIFA ranking strength and bracket path produce a higher championship probability than the markets assign.

— Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of framework

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This has led to the fairly obvious conclusion that this substratum of Disney’s movie-making is nothing more than brand promotion and capital gain.

— Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 20 May 2025
This was a copy of Mikhail’s unpublished autobiography, Leila explained, the substratum to his monumental Histoire de Baalbek’s six editions.

— Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025

Definition of substratum

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Investors especially want to see how Big Tech companies will earn a return on more infrastructure spending for the AI boom.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
However, new financing has helped the company repay its vendors and companies like Kering—which owns Gucci and Saint Laurent—are hoping Exemplar’s reemergence can strengthen the overall luxury retail infrastructure.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 30 June 2026

Definition of infrastructure

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Dominic Canzone and Randy Arozarena walked to load the bases with one out before Josh Naylor struck out swinging.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) evaluates transgender student participation on a case-by-case basis, generally supporting inclusion while lacking a statewide legislative ban.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of basis

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Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.

— Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
Ukraine is expected to be central in Ankara, with debate focused on long-term military support, Kyiv’s own defense industry and what NATO can learn from the country after more than four years of full-scale war.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Definition of support

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Oranje Bay, on the western side of the island, offered one of the deepest and safest nearshore anchorages in the Americas.

— R. Grant Gilmore III, The Conversation, 30 June 2026
Ferretti Group Yachts from all of the Ferretti Group brands were represented in Borgo Santandrea’s anchorage.

— Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Definition of anchorage

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For return to flight, Blue Origin will not rebuilding the transporter-erector, but will instead use a crane to lift the rocket vertical on its launch mount.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 3 July 2026
The engine mounts were closely inspected following the November crash, and going forward the spherical bearings will be replaced regularly, after every 4,000 cycles of takeoffs and landings.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 July 2026

Definition of mount

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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

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