form the basis of — to be the main part or foundation on which something is built or developed
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to be the main part or foundation on which something is built or developed
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɔːrm ðə ˈbeɪsɪs ʌv/
Example Sentences
- Believe it or not, your embarrassing middle school diary entries form the basis of your entire personality today.
- Newton's laws form the basis of classical mechanics.
- Trust and honesty form the basis of any good friendship.
form the basis of
VERB[/fɔːrm ðə ˈbeɪsɪs ʌv/]
to be the main part or foundation on which something is built or developed
Ancient scrolls form the basis of every law the young scribes copy today.
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“Believe it or not, your embarrassing middle school diary entries form the basis of your entire personality today.”
“Newton's laws form the basis of classical mechanics.”
“Trust and honesty form the basis of any good friendship.”
“My mom's questionable cooking skills form the basis of my entire tolerance for spicy food.”
“These survey results will form the basis of our new marketing strategy.”
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