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The phrase "a footing" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where you are referring to a basis or foundation for something, often in a metaphorical sense.
Example: "We need to establish a solid footing before we proceed with the project."
Alternatives: "a foundation" or "a basis".
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Open image in new window Fig. 19 Recorded strains in the reinforcement of the footings: a footing F6; b footing F9 (1′, 2′, 3′-measuring spots Fig. 7).
You don'ts need a footing.
And, after its initial slide, the currency seemed to have found a footing.
Some companies have struggled to gain a footing in the video chat market.
Given the trends, is there hope that such an organization could gain a footing?
Only by so doing can that person find a footing in society".
Even Beth and Kay and Beverly knew that you had to get a footing somewhere else.
Bach is now held to be on a footing with Shakespeare – neither can do any wrong.
Management says that €60m-70m is required to reduce this burden and put the firm on a footing for growth.
The result is that even highly qualified candidates like Ms. Feng can struggle to find a footing.
Indeed, the Huns had already gained a footing inside the city when Aetius and Theodoric forced them to withdraw.
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