as in root
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
finally got to the pith of the discussion
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Recent Examples of pith
The placenta of a pepper, often referred to as the pith, is where the capsaicin glands are found.
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2024
Meanwhile, cut away peel and pith from grapefruits.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 17 July 2024
An expat who has lived in Venice for many years, the lambent Ms. Leon writes police procedurals with pith and grace and case-closing narrative drive.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 29 May 2024
Using a vegetable peeler, take a bit of the peel of an orange, trying to get as little white pith as possible.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 18 May 2024
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2024
Meanwhile, cut away peel and pith from grapefruits.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 17 July 2024
An expat who has lived in Venice for many years, the lambent Ms. Leon writes police procedurals with pith and grace and case-closing narrative drive.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 29 May 2024
Using a vegetable peeler, take a bit of the peel of an orange, trying to get as little white pith as possible.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 18 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for pith
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pith
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This article explores the root causes of these partnerships, their implications on the future of the automotive industry and actionable insights for businesses looking to navigate this changing landscape.Amaan Kazi, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Participants at the meeting reportedly discussed how to possibly introduce legislative measures to enable the mass expulsion of immigrants from Germany, as well as German citizens with immigrant roots and German citizens who have helped refugees.Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
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And while the phrase snail essence may conjure images of slime, rest assured: the ingredient is silky, rather than slimy.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
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Van Buren initially hails Tóth as a genius; his support offers the architect a chance to reclaim not merely the professional identity the war stripped from him but, in exercising his artistry, the essence of his humanity.Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tokyo holds a special place in my heart as my top travel destination.Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The client’s interests should always be taken to heart.Jennifer Pierce, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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The new leadership immediately homed in on the core values required to establish a fresh sense of belief in the company: trust and transparency.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Two research groups have separately analyzed collections of ancient genomes and come to the same conclusions about some of those core questions.Evan Bush, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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There’s also an additional exhibit room filled with interactive digital screens, including one with a bowl of popcorn kernels and another with a fidget spinner-like array of gifts.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Not only were popcorn garlands easy to make, but popcorn kernels were affordable and easy to find in Colonial America.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Pith.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pith. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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