an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies;
\\\"an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines\\\"
\\\"the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar\\\"
a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments;
\\\"the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors\\\"
\\\"they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market\\\"
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用作名詞(n.)
The idea has gained foothold. 這種思想已經扎了根。
It is not easy to get a foothold as an anchorman. 一個電視節目主持人要站住腳可不容易。
It may be many years before the new company can gain a secure foothold in the market. 也許要經過若干年這家新公司才能在市場上取得穩固的立足點。
It isn\\\'t easy to get a foothold as an actor. 演員要得到鞏固的地位不容易。
He found a secure foothold and pulled himself up. 他找到了一個穩固的踏腳處并爬了上去。
The company is eager to gain a foothold in Europe. 這家公司急于在歐洲取得一席之地。