as in root
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the kernel of your argument seems to be the inevitability of human migration into space
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Recent Examples of kernel
Amazingly, just like Copy Fail before it in terms of age, the Dirty Frag privilege escalation flaw has been present in the Linux kernel, specifically its algif_aead cryptographic algorithm interface, for around nine years.
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Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
This kernel of truth may account for why the prosopopoeia of the wine mom absorbs so much misogynist loathing from all over the political map.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
Bacon, sunflower kernels, and raisins make a crunchy and flavorful side dish.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
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Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
This kernel of truth may account for why the prosopopoeia of the wine mom absorbs so much misogynist loathing from all over the political map.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
Bacon, sunflower kernels, and raisins make a crunchy and flavorful side dish.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 5 May 2026
To ensure the highest quality, the kernels are non-GMO, and the seasonings are made in small batches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernel
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Maintain an even supply of moisture to reduce stress on the plant, and water at the roots with a drip hose instead of overhead watering to avoid spreading disease.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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According to legend, the pithiviers has its roots in the first century, when Gauls combined local flour with almonds brought by Roman traders.—
Jen Rose Smith,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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And his age fits perfectly with the Sabres’ core.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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At its core, KYA focuses on making sure there’s a verified bond between an AI agent and a real human user.—
Andrew Sever,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Capturing that essence is a VIP area that sits at the heart of the new emporium.—
Ming Liu,
Robb Report,
24 May 2026
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Martin Filler The Met’s new Tristan und Isolde was a vocal triumph for Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres, but Yuval Sharon’s staging only fitfully captured the essence of Wagner’s masterpiece.—
The New York Review of Books,
The New York Review of Books,
23 May 2026
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My heart breaks for the families of these young people.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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Cranberries are known to fight bacteria and protect against urinary tract infections (UTIs), while blueberries are rich in antioxidants and support overall brain and heart health.—
Julie Marks,
Verywell Health,
25 May 2026
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“Kernel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernel. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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