foundational
Pronunciations
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/faʊnˈdeɪ.ʃə.nəl/
Pronunciation notes
- US
Adjective
Of or relating to a foundation or foundations.
Fundamental or underlying.
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Racism courses through Donald Trump’s blood and is one of the foundational principles of his presidency. Which is why, when faced with one of the greatest uprisings against police brutality this nation has seen, a movement led by black people around the country and joined by all other people of color and white people as well, his only policy solution is to start a race war.
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