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The phrase 'the cornerstone of' is a perfectly acceptable and widely used phrase in written English.
It is usually used to signify the foundational element or core of a particular idea, concept or practice. For example: "Education is the cornerstone of a successful society."
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the cornerstone of
noun
A ceremonial stone set at the corner of a building, joining two exterior walls, and often inscribed with the starting and completion dates of construction, the name of the architect and owner, and other details.
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It is the cornerstone of liberal democracy.
It is the cornerstone of their identity.
"Bellows is the cornerstone of our collection".
Universities are the cornerstone of free thought.
The cornerstone of my life.
Education is the cornerstone of feminism.
Normalization is the cornerstone of that".
Listening is the cornerstone of empathy.
This is the cornerstone of our bid.
It's the cornerstone of a civilization.
"Confidentiality is the cornerstone of our business".
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