How to Use "Basis" with Example Sentences

basis (n): the starting point; the reason for something; how things are done

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Used with adjectives:

"Her research provided a solid basis for her thesis."
(solid, firm, sound)

"We get paid on a monthly basis."
(monthly, weekly, daily, annual)

"He was hired on a part-time basis."
(part-time, fulltime, temporary, voluntary, permanent)

"We go to the park on a regular basis."
(regular, occasional)

"The study has a scientific basis."
(scientific, historical, religious, sociological, biological)

Used with prepositions:

"Her travel experiences provided the basis for her book."
(for)

"We are trying it out on a day-by-day basis."
(on)