1. The word has obtained a firm foothold in the language. 该字在这种语言中已获得一个稳固的立足点。
2. At the same time France got a foothold in west Africa (Senegal), and in India. 与此同时，法国也在西非（塞内加尔）和印度取得一席之地。
3. Some Islamic scholars fear that a more open attitude could also make it easier for radical Islamists to gain a foothold in France. 一些伊斯兰学者也惧怕更开放的态度可能令伊斯兰激进分子更易于在法国赢得立足点。
英英解释
n.
1. an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
2. a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
3. an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
