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
Normally, the narrow road above Chorrillos Beach in Chancay would be clogged with visitors – as well as vendors trying to entice them with Inca Kola and roasted corn kernels, or boogie boards and beach towels.
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Whitney Eulich, Christian Science Monitor, 30 May 2025
In contrast, the Alma (Soul) collection is starkly simple, playing with the smooth, organic shape of a kernel of corn — a rich cultural symbol from pre-Columbian times to the present.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Fleck suggested first finding that kernel of truth in what the other person is saying or doing.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
For decades the jewelry house Tane México 1942 has translated its Mexican heritage and identity into silver, drawing inspiration from items as diverse as kernels of corn, Oaxacan needlework and even Frida Kahlo’s signature braids.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Whitney Eulich, Christian Science Monitor, 30 May 2025
In contrast, the Alma (Soul) collection is starkly simple, playing with the smooth, organic shape of a kernel of corn — a rich cultural symbol from pre-Columbian times to the present.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Fleck suggested first finding that kernel of truth in what the other person is saying or doing.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
For decades the jewelry house Tane México 1942 has translated its Mexican heritage and identity into silver, drawing inspiration from items as diverse as kernels of corn, Oaxacan needlework and even Frida Kahlo’s signature braids.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernel
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The billion-dollar tourist attraction with south Texas roots has been inching north into other states and is on track to start building a new location off Village West Parkway in KCK this year.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2025
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The roots of the Phlegms begin with McKitrick, who grew up in Houston, Texas, and Williams, who is from Little Rock.—
Sean Clancy,
Arkansas Online,
26 June 2025
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History is also at the core of the third installation, which may be my favorite.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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Despite Benfica’s determination to preserve the core of a potentially special team, Fernandez returned to Portugal with Chelsea hot in pursuit.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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And the film has stood the test of time, capturing the essence of America's early space program for posterity.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2025
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Those forecasts are based on the idea that many U.S. stocks are overpriced, in essence, and trading above their real value.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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Rather than solely leaning on designing for moneyed families and those with means to drop thousands on new pieces each season, the designer opts to create from his heart.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
22 June 2025
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Roth went right for Rubin’s heart, invoking the Paul Skenes Topps MLB Debut Patch autographed one-of-one card that famously sold for $1.11 million to Dick’s Sporting Goods in March.—
Larry Holder,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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“Kernel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernel. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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