Foothold Synonyms

fo͝othōld
An initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. footing
  2. toehold
  3. ledge
  4. crevice
  5. purchase
  6. hold
  7. beachhead
  8. space
  9. niche
  10. perch
  11. footplate
  12. footrail
An area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. bridgehead

Foothold Sentence Examples

  • With another look down, she found her first foothold along the side of the cave and began to climb.

  • The only foothold retained by the English on French ground was Calais.

  • Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, for anger gives a mighty foothold to the Devil."

  • You must first gain a foothold in the target machine.

  • Their first foothold was on the shores of the River Tay.

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