The phrase "a basis for thinking" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing foundational ideas or principles that inform or support a particular line of thought or reasoning.
Example: "The research provides a basis for thinking about the implications of climate change on global economies."
Alternatives: "a foundation for thought" or "a framework for consideration".
But it gave me a basis for thinking, for developing characters".
As I say in the film, Quixote is hardly a good model for leadership, but he provides a basis for thinking about what justifies great action.
Mr. Levison had always denied any impropriety, but now, in 1983, I wanted to examine the party's books to see if there had been a basis for thinking there had been a deal at all.
"Half the electorate is really not happy at this point with the president's leadership, and so that doesn't provide members of the House with much of a basis for thinking there will be coattails for them to ride on," said James E. Campbell, a professor of political science at the State University at Buffalo.
There is a further question whether self-ownership affords a basis for thinking about property in external objects other than my body?
Descartes' belief that the fact that he had made (epistemic) mistakes provides a basis for thinking that the Author of his being is less than perfect, and that, in turn, renders plausible the proposition that his epistemic equipment is not reliable.
But this situation presented no such risk, nor any basis for thinking that the C.I.A.'s request had any self-serving or other ulterior motive.
As for the first, there does not seem to be any basis for thinking that reasons cannot be adduced for this rule that could be presented publicly, combined with the claim that they are reasons all should share.
It is hard to look at the carnage and bloodshed in Iraq, Libya, and Afghanistan today and see any basis for thinking that this argument holds any merit.
That's a great basis for thinking about how special Hampden Park is for a final".
That's a great basis for thinking about how special Hampden Park is for a final". The stadium also hosted the European Cup Winners' Cup finals of 1962 and 1966 and the European Cup final a decade later, which was won by Bayern Munich.
