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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 kernels
Get the recipe > Saveur’s editor at large Shane Mitchell shared these Southern-style pancakes, which get their subtle chew from fresh corn kernels.
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Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
With dry processing, the coconut meat is dried to create kernels.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
When the uncertain pollination is at its worst, if 15% to 25% of every ear of corn doesn’t have kernels, that could mean a significant yield loss over a large field, said Nicolle Ritchie, a Michigan State University extension agent who helps Walton and Rynd survey their crops.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2025
Popcorn kernels, with no toppings, contain several minerals important for canine nutrition, such as magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, fiber and vitamins.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
Or order dishes from their blackboard menus—including prego do lombo, loin steak sandwich, or xerem de raia—skate with corn kernels.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Cut kernels from corn and chop bacon.
—Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025
Simply cut the kernels from the cobs and toss with hot pasta, a little oil and a sprinkling of cheese.
—Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
Their goal is to plant and grow these native Mexican corns at their Mesa Agricola farm, then nixtamalize the kernels to make their own masa in-house.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
With dry processing, the coconut meat is dried to create kernels.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025
When the uncertain pollination is at its worst, if 15% to 25% of every ear of corn doesn’t have kernels, that could mean a significant yield loss over a large field, said Nicolle Ritchie, a Michigan State University extension agent who helps Walton and Rynd survey their crops.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2025
Popcorn kernels, with no toppings, contain several minerals important for canine nutrition, such as magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, fiber and vitamins.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025
Or order dishes from their blackboard menus—including prego do lombo, loin steak sandwich, or xerem de raia—skate with corn kernels.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Cut kernels from corn and chop bacon.
—Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025
Simply cut the kernels from the cobs and toss with hot pasta, a little oil and a sprinkling of cheese.
—Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
Their goal is to plant and grow these native Mexican corns at their Mesa Agricola farm, then nixtamalize the kernels to make their own masa in-house.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernels
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Prince Edward County is delightfully bikable and walkable, especially along the Millennium Trail and town cores.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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These new chips include eight cores, 16 threads, and 24MB of cache, amounting to a 30W maximum TDP.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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For example, most types of turfgrass have short roots, and soil samples from lawns only need to be dug to a depth of 4 inches.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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The roots of my family tree are firmly established in the soil of Great Britain.—
Elizabeth Bass Parman,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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As the sun was setting, hundreds of North Texans — many clad in black — gathered with candles and posters in their hands and solidarity in their hearts.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
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Michelle and Zooey are the perfect duo to bring this cinematic joyride to life—they’re both original, fearless comedians with huge hearts and a willingness to be funny on horseback.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Kernels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernels. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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