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/ˈfʊthoʊld/
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ˈfʊthoʊld
Noun
A solid grip with the feet.
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A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
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I’ve always looked for a secure foothold A secret formula that can free me from myself
Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.
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Based on status report 16-C, it seems we're no closer to gaining a foothold in any sector. Without decent recon and greater intel on this enemy, I'm starting to think our efforts are futile. The risks involved and continued loss of resources and lives makes it hard to justify.
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an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
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an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines
the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar
a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
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an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
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the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors
they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market