as in base
a place from which an advance (as for military operations) is made
established a bridgehead on the beach before beginning the land invasion
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Recent Examples of bridgehead
Meloni has been positioning herself as the European leader who can be the crucial bridgehead between Europe and the U.S. administration.
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Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
Without establishing the bridge, the Russian will not be able to hold the bridgehead, with some reports already indicating that the bridgehead has been destroyed.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Less than 1,400 miles from Miami, Caracas is often touted as a bridgehead for Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington’s backyard.
—Stefano Pozzebon, CNN, 23 July 2024
Russia began establishing in Libya a bridgehead for its activities in sub-Saharan Africa in 2018.
—Frederic Wehrey, Foreign Affairs, 9 July 2024
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Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
Without establishing the bridge, the Russian will not be able to hold the bridgehead, with some reports already indicating that the bridgehead has been destroyed.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Less than 1,400 miles from Miami, Caracas is often touted as a bridgehead for Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington’s backyard.
—Stefano Pozzebon, CNN, 23 July 2024
Russia began establishing in Libya a bridgehead for its activities in sub-Saharan Africa in 2018.
—Frederic Wehrey, Foreign Affairs, 9 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bridgehead
Noun
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Its wide, sturdy base fits most mugs, and the fine mesh keeps grounds out of your cup.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
28 July 2025
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Haines Junction is the commercial heart of the park, home to a visitor center, and the base for many outfitters and lodges offering fishing, hiking and flight-seeing trips in and around Kluane.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 July 2025
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The recent qualification of Italy - which generated global headlines - has invigorated administrators and was further evidence that cricket’s depth is increasing beyond traditional footholds.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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One with new trails and challenges and footholds that require their full focus.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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It was built as a fortress for weapons in the early 20th century.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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This nation was never meant to be a fortress of exclusion, but a sanctuary of inclusion.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
4 July 2025
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The competition between Grayson Loftis (Duke), Conner Harrell (North Carolina), and Zack Wilcke (NW Mississippi) has continued through the summer and will retake center stage as camp begins.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
29 July 2025
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Stutsman, a linebacker who played at Oklahoma, is in camp as an NFL rookie with the New Orleans Saints.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 July 2025
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Shaun Spencer, a member of the West Louisville Dream Team and tenant in the center, said the group plans to raise $3 million for the purchase and repairs to the building.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
31 July 2025
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The Black Sabbath singer's coffin was driven along Broad Street in the city center.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
31 July 2025
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“Bridgehead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bridgehead. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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