1
as in funding
to provide money for
the actor staked the entire production of the film with his own money
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in putting
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
I'd stake a year's salary that she'll win the general election
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of staking
The slowdown showed up in public companies' quarterly updates, with exchanges, brokers and crypto financial firms reporting weaker transaction and staking revenue and softer client activity.
—
Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Their large, heavy blooms require staking and minimal maintenance like fall foliage removal.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
Leeds seemed to be staking their survival on someone with 17 Premier League goals across the previous four seasons combined — and someone who was struggling to get on the pitch, let alone score.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 17 May 2026
Keep your tomatoes healthy and productive all season with these staking methods.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
This low-maintenance plant doesn't need staking and can handle dry spells.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Its three-prong staking system provides maximum stability in high-wind conditions.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Their large, heavy blooms require staking and minimal maintenance like fall foliage removal.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
Leeds seemed to be staking their survival on someone with 17 Premier League goals across the previous four seasons combined — and someone who was struggling to get on the pitch, let alone score.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 17 May 2026
Keep your tomatoes healthy and productive all season with these staking methods.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
This low-maintenance plant doesn't need staking and can handle dry spells.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Its three-prong staking system provides maximum stability in high-wind conditions.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staking
Verb
-
The small private research university would no longer be funding its retirement plan and 43 staff members would lose their jobs.—
Matt Schifrin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
-
But experts note that the cutoff of US funding to WHO prompted staff reductions at the global organization, and no other donor country has filled those WHO funding gaps.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
Verb
-
Using the latest version of Epic’s Unreal Engine, each Smugglers Run locale is heavily detailed, putting us in more of a dogfight as the Mandalorian chases down pirates and ex-Imperial officers.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2026
-
Still, from December and March, Leonard was one of the best players in the NBA, playing enough games to qualify for end-of-season awards while largely putting his knee issues behind him.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Verb
-
Last night, Deadline told you that Mubi is financing Nicolas Winding Refn’s next directorial, his long-in-the-works, Maniac Cop.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
23 May 2026
-
Some are pressing utilities to completely change their model for financing major system upgrades.—
Marc Levy,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
Verb
-
During a January game on ESPN, for example, a commentator described betting that a specific player would score at least 30 points before a second commentator announced a DraftKings promo code.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
-
Betano was the World Cup’s first-ever betting sponsor four years ago when parent company Kaizen Gaming signed a Europe-only deal for the 2022 edition in Qatar.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
Verb
-
Democrats are for subsidizing childcare for working parents as well as providing food and housing assistance for low-income Americans.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
-
In recent years, Cuba’s government has talked about subsidizing people in need instead of goods.—
Danica Coto,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
Verb
-
The More Viable Path of Challenging Instead of challenging NCAA sports wagering rules, Sorsby and Kessler might challenge how those rules are applied.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 May 2026
-
Still, not as real as the impact going forward for all of sports, leagues that want to profit from wagering with integrity in the balance.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Verb
-
That sort of inning has led to them capitalizing later against starters in some games.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
-
Anaheim has been the team that is capitalizing in the series.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
For the first time, a skeleton of metal, rather than walls of masonry, formed the main supporting material for a large commercial tower.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
-
The film stars Spanish singer-songwriter Guitarricadelafuente in his screen debut, alongside Miguel Bernardeau, Carlos González, Milo Quifes and Lola Dueñas, with Glenn Close in a supporting role and Penélope Cruz contributing an extended cameo.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
23 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Staking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staking. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
