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Recent Examples of mainstay
On Halloween, Murphy revealed the cast for the upcoming 13th season of American Horror Story, which is set to star Oscar nominee Ariana Grande, returning series regular Jessica Lange, as well as mainstays Angela Bassett, Emma Roberts, Evan Peters and Sarah Paulson.
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Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
As one of television’s longest-running franchises, the series continues to be an ABC mainstay on Sunday nights.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Antonio Cardamuro, president and founder, said the brand’s mainstays — yellow gold, mosaics of various colors in a single piece — have been performing well at retail.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The 84-year-old former mainstay in Republican politics died from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease, according to a statement obtained by Fox News Digital.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
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Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
As one of television’s longest-running franchises, the series continues to be an ABC mainstay on Sunday nights.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Antonio Cardamuro, president and founder, said the brand’s mainstays — yellow gold, mosaics of various colors in a single piece — have been performing well at retail.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The 84-year-old former mainstay in Republican politics died from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease, according to a statement obtained by Fox News Digital.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mainstay
Noun
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Johnson’s turn at The Daily Show’s anchor desk is but the latest achievement in an increasingly successful career, which also includes the stage and social media.—
Frank DiGiacomo,
Billboard,
11 Nov. 2025
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Gio Benitez, an ABC News anchor who is openly gay, joined a Catholic church in New York City and reaffirmed his faith after a long spiritual journey.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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That idea became the backbone of OSEA, with undaria algae (a mineral-rich seaweed rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and firming benefits) appearing in so many of its formulations.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite these measures, investigators acknowledge that Brazil’s penitentiaries remain the backbone of command and communication for its largest criminal organizations — a paradox that the state struggles to contain.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Collectible design platform was founded in Brussels in 2018 and gained recognition for its finesse in linking pillars of design, art and fashion.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Bordered by antique wood pillar columns, the custom wood and glass front doors lead into a rotunda foyer displaying dark polished hardwood floors that run throughout the interiors.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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And the old standby—socks—are sought by 33 percent.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Oct. 2025
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Claire Saffitz’s recipe is my standby.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Mainstay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mainstay. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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