STAPLE Synonyms: 151 Similar and Opposite Words

staple 1 of 2

noun

Definition of staple

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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staple

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verb

as in to adhere

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Recent Examples of staple

Noun

Between his boisterous laugh and reputation for being a fountain of whimsy, Lou Wilson is Dropout’s most lovable staple. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026 Kai Isaiah Jamal, model Christopher Kane is a staple of London fashion, and to see his interpretation was both nostalgic and refreshing, meshing together his coding and Mulberry legacy. — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026

Verb

Now, the complaints stem from the stagnancy of the lineup, particularly the top line, where Burakovsky has been stapled to Bedard’s right wing all season, even as he’s been mired in a slump of staggering proportions. — Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026 These bathroom staples trap toothpaste drips and soap scum in seams and crevices. — Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for staple

Recent Examples of Synonyms for staple

Noun

Room to roam A very large animal can stay warm simply because its bulk loses heat slowly, a phenomenon called inertial homeothermy, or gigantothermy.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 20 Sep. 2026
Even better, these ribbed, cable-knit, and pleated designs don’t add bulk beneath early-fall jackets.

— Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of bulk

Noun

The experiments were not designed to demonstrate ignition or fusion gain, but to isolate and test this core compression principle.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026
Shown on a 35mm print at Lincoln Center, this North American premiere was warmly received, with the core cast all on hand.

— David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of core

Verb

But as a viewer, at least, watching American Horror Story feels more than ever like being stuck in some sort of hell.

— Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2026
If you have ever been stuck in traffic wishing your car could sprout wings, Samson Sky has been working on something pretty close.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of stick

Noun

Tony Forte, president of USAngling, the sanctioning body, said the tournament will be a showcase to persuade the International Olympic Committee to include bass fishing at the Summer Olympics.

— Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026
And there’s also all these preconceived notions about you that are out there that are associated with [you] because your body is your art, right?

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of body

Verb

Nearly all members of Florida’s Legislature voted to put the amendment on the ballot, though some Democrats expressed concern about tying the state’s hands by restricting the chunk of money.

— Romy Ellenbogen Herald, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026
That man stayed ready throughout, and was always in his suit and tie and took it very seriously—but also kept some levity in the back of it.

— Samantha Bergeson, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of tie

Noun

Advanced composite materials are highly durable, lightweight items formed by two or more distinct substances that are tightly bound and can shoulder tremendous weight and pressure.

— Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
Others praised the comfortable handles, sleek look, and substantial weight.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of weight

Verb

Sometimes a lid isn’t screwed tightly, and your foundation proves its worth all over the inside of your bag.

— Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026
Julian is played with winning charm by Daniel Ings in a role that stretches him from his usual parts, like the buffoonish screw-up brother in the series The Gentlemen.

— Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 13 Sep. 2026

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