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We have firmly established our foothold in space. We will never give it up.
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The speaker says that “we” have secured a lasting position in space, describing it as a foothold rather than a temporary visit. The second sentence expresses firm determination to keep that position and not surrender it. The statement is confident and resolute about maintaining a presence in space.
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