1
as in funding
to provide money for
the actor staked the entire production of the film with his own money
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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
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Recent Examples of staking
Illuminate your walkways by staking this popular 12-pack of solar torch lights—now 34% off.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
The analogs to staking on other assets have also crossed over to BTC, where holders want consistent ways to grow their stack without risking principal.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Stauffacher hit all five 3-pointers in the first half, staking the Griffins to a 36-27 halftime lead.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
When providers began staking their claim to the space with more than 600 applications statewide, district officials and parent groups cried foul.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
Be sure to use the least invasive staking system possible — no eye screws or wires.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
But an oral pill for obesity from Novo Nordisk will likely enter the market first, giving the Danish drugmaker a head start in staking its claim in the space.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The past few days have seen other big banks vie for staking.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
Then, like an alarm clock, howler monkeys unleashed their banshee shriek, staking their territory as the sun rose.
—Ryan Knighton, AFAR Media, 31 Oct. 2025
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
The analogs to staking on other assets have also crossed over to BTC, where holders want consistent ways to grow their stack without risking principal.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Stauffacher hit all five 3-pointers in the first half, staking the Griffins to a 36-27 halftime lead.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
When providers began staking their claim to the space with more than 600 applications statewide, district officials and parent groups cried foul.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
Be sure to use the least invasive staking system possible — no eye screws or wires.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
But an oral pill for obesity from Novo Nordisk will likely enter the market first, giving the Danish drugmaker a head start in staking its claim in the space.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The past few days have seen other big banks vie for staking.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
Then, like an alarm clock, howler monkeys unleashed their banshee shriek, staking their territory as the sun rose.
—Ryan Knighton, AFAR Media, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staking
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In partnership with Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program, two dollars from each stay supports the Mojave Desert Land Trust, funding the protection of the desert’s ecosystems, scenic vistas, and native plants and animals.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Government backs rail innovation Government backs rail innovation Austria’s Federal Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism is funding the effort.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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In 2024, girl group ILLIT became the first K-pop rookie group to enter the Billboard 100 with their debut single, putting a bigger spotlight on the talent platformed in these shows.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Even with an already comfortable lead, Coronado’s attack kept putting shots on frame, logging two second-half goals.—
Clark Fahrenthold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The more Austin is financing education the less the parents can influence.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Henry, who was a Pro Bowl running back that played for three teams in his seven-year NFL career, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to traffic cocaine for financing a drug ring that moved between Colorado and Montana.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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New York and London coffee shop chain Blank Street is betting on it.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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China’s tech giants are betting heavily on these versatile platforms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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There’s agreement on subsidizing child care providers All candidates agreed that the state needed to further subsidize child care providers and extend family leave but offered varying answers on how to fund those priorities.—
Lia Russell
Updated February 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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And while India's construction lags, China has been aggressively building villages in the region and subsidizing new residents to move in.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
17 Feb. 2026
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By wagering money, bettors are setting the odds on the amorous relationships of high-profile figures, from Zendaya to Katy Perry.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Virtually every election cycle sees at least one special interest duel, such as the 2022 battle between casino-owning tribes and sports wagering firms over whether California should allow betting on athletic events, which resulted in voters rejecting both competing measures.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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CEOs still care about earnings as a scorecard of their performance and capitalizing internal costs of acquiring data may increase investments in tracking and using data to learn even more about the firm’s operations and financing opportunities.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
18 Jan. 2026
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But playing against a lifeless Charlotte offense, the Green Wave had time to figure it out, capitalizing with three first-half touchdown drives — all ending with one-yard plunges to find pay-dirt.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Nov. 2025
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In a January 16 court filing supporting criminal charges against the two men, the DOJ asserted Aljorna was the one driving the vehicle.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort Deeply committed to sea turtle conservation, Four Seasons Resort Nevis has partnered with the Sea Turtle Conservancy for over 15 years to educate and raise awareness while supporting research on migration patterns and species recovery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Staking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staking. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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