as in bulk
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
reading is the very staple of a person's education
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Recent Examples of staple
Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
What’s unfortunate, however, is that Ballerina is really two different films stapled together.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 4 June 2025
Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
With formats like Nate’s Manuka honey minis leading the way, the ingredient is poised to become not only a functional food but a lifestyle staple.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The three pages, stapled together, include a letter from University Park Mayor Joseph Roudez III, a portion of the alert from Aqua and information about when water would be handed out at the Aqua plant, Scott said.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
What’s unfortunate, however, is that Ballerina is really two different films stapled together.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 4 June 2025
Verb
Look to these for serious power play among your wardrobe staples, such as straight-leg denim, midi-skirts, and tailored trousers, to really amp up your look.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
With formats like Nate’s Manuka honey minis leading the way, the ingredient is poised to become not only a functional food but a lifestyle staple.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staple
Noun
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Pollen is naturally released in bulk from seed-producing plants, and deriving paper from it requires only a few simple steps.—
Sandy Ong,
JSTOR Daily,
11 Sep. 2025
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Merdeka Gold will use bulk of the funds raised from the IPO to repay debt, while the rest will be used for working capital to support its operation.—
Yessar Rosendar,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Dredge in panko, pressing gently to adhere.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
15 Sep. 2025
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After evaluating 200 hospital patients participating in the King's College London Oral, Dental, and Craniofacial Biobank, researchers found that those adhering most closely to a Mediterranean diet had the lowest levels of gum disease.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Since World War I, the American right has held together as a political movement by prioritizing a conservative vision of white Christian values and private enterprise, while shielding those immutable core principles with expendable public‑facing ideals.—
Allan J. Lichtman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Biglari’s core demands were to stop opening new stores entirely, eliminate the development team to save money, and focus exclusively on improving existing store operations rather than expansion.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Another was stuck in the lockdown at the school.—
Katie Langford,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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The phrase stuck and Wiegman used it throughout the Euros.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Harvest Grapeseed Ritual begins with a dry brush and exfoliating scrub, followed by a rich body butter and a glass of Elusa Cabernet Sauvignon.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The report was researched and written by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, which was formed by the Human Right Council in 2021, as an independent investigative body.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Over five shutout innings in his major league debut, the 23-year-old left-hander fanned 11 of their batters, tying the Red Sox record for strikeouts by a debuting pitcher, set by Don Aase on July 26, 1977.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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These options are often less expensive, faster, and more closely tied to job outcomes than a four-year degree.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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To maintain comparability, the weights assigned to these criteria have been held constant.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Portable smart tire pressure monitors screw onto the valve stem and connect to your phone, offering real-time updates and alerts for slow leaks.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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Waterhouse said that screw caps generally make more sense for a wine like rosé, which isn’t intended to age, while cork is the standard for aging wines.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Staple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staple. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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