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
The seed emerges from within the boy, who wakes to find it in his mouth—not a date stone, but a polished walnut kernel.
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Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Blitz the kernels with herbs, garlic, and vinegar for a lush, creamy sauce without dairy.
—Chadwick Boyd, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Three sisters started Le Prunier by upcycling plum kernels from their family’s century-old organic farm in Northern California.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Farina is a finely ground wheat product made from the endosperm of the wheat kernel, which is primarily composed of starch.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
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Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
Blitz the kernels with herbs, garlic, and vinegar for a lush, creamy sauce without dairy.
—Chadwick Boyd, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Three sisters started Le Prunier by upcycling plum kernels from their family’s century-old organic farm in Northern California.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Farina is a finely ground wheat product made from the endosperm of the wheat kernel, which is primarily composed of starch.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for kernel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernel
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Coleman made his name as the co-founder of London’s Caravan restaurants and coffee roasters, and Coulton’s roots are in management consultancy.—
Bella Webb,
Vogue,
12 Mar. 2026
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Bob Johnson’s SoCal roots include coaching Los Amigos from 1970-72.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 Mar. 2026
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The team found a major levoglucosan peak centered around 1128 CE, coinciding with a similar peak recorded from the Schwarzboden mire peat core, another important reservoir of atmospheric history sampled about 12 miles southeast of Weißseespitze.—
Nidhi Sharma,
Popular Science,
13 Mar. 2026
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That’s just core to my existence and my DNA.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The film’s direction, combined with the film’s cinematography, focuses on the mythological essence of Elefsina and the mysterious shipwrecks hidden in the darkness of its seabed.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
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Tarasoff’s parents were, in essence, asking the court to impose a duty on therapists to ignore patient confidentiality laws and warn potential victims of their patients.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The kind of traveler who loves customized itineraries is a trendsetter at heart, someone with an insatiable curiosity for the world and a penchant for authentic experiences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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May God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Kernel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernel. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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