launchpad
noun
launch·pad
ˈlȯnch-ˌpad 
ˈlänch-
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The Cannes Film Festival can be the launchpad for the next big thing in Hollywood.
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Chris Morris, Fortune, 21 May 2024
Some 90% of the films in competition are debut features, in keeping with Raindance’s track record as a launchpad for new filmmakers.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 May 2024
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Chris Morris, Fortune, 21 May 2024
Some 90% of the films in competition are debut features, in keeping with Raindance’s track record as a launchpad for new filmmakers.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 May 2024
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“Launchpad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/launchpad. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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launchpad
noun
launch·pad
ˈlȯnch-ˌpad
ˈlänch-
: a nonflammable platform from which a rocket can be launched
called also launching pad
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