Plural for a firm or secure grip, especially with one's feet
“He struggled to secure any sort of foothold on the slippery ground.”
Plural for a ledge or other place where a foot can be securely positioned
“He had a solid foothold on the rockface beneath him.”
Plural for that which acts as a base for something else (physically or figuratively)
“The information you learn in this training serves as the foothold for your career in information technology.”
Plural for a place from which an advance is made
“Special forces stepped up attacks, seeking to expand the army's foothold in the east of the city.”
(of competitions) Plural for a favorable condition or position
Plural for a bar, step or rung where one places one's foot
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