as in bulk
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
reading is the very staple of a person's education
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as in to adhere
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Recent Examples of staple
Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2026
The series will also welcome Marc Vetri of fellow Philadelphia staple Fiorella on June 26 and chefs Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp from Pine Street Grill and Michelin-starred Her Place Supper Club on July 10.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
This gives you plenty of time to map out your cart and check out with all of the winter wardrobe staples your closet is missing.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 20 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Suburban staples such as Signature Theatre and Round House were also years away.
—Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2026
The series will also welcome Marc Vetri of fellow Philadelphia staple Fiorella on June 26 and chefs Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp from Pine Street Grill and Michelin-starred Her Place Supper Club on July 10.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
At their locations in Pensacola, Destin, and Panama City Beach, McGuire’s Irish Pub has bills stapled all over the walls and ceilings.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
This gives you plenty of time to map out your cart and check out with all of the winter wardrobe staples your closet is missing.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 20 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staple
Noun
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If finalized, the move could impact telehealth firms that rely on outsourcing facilities to produce these drugs in bulk, while bolstering Novo and Lilly's efforts against unauthorized versions that are eating into sales of their blockbuster treatments.—
Mariam Sunny,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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This lightweight scarf adds instant personality without bulk.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Harding’s caucus often has chastised Democrats for not adhering strictly to state budget limitations.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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Sprinkle evenly over chicken and press to adhere.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The core dispute is the skyrocketing cost of healthcare premiums.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Objects that formed between the soot and frost lines will be less dense, will have the capacity to possess some volatiles, and can have a wide variety of masses, but should always have rock-and-metal cores.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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All have at least made it to the moon, although only Firefly’ lander stuck its landing successfully.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Get him to smell that ocean breeze, stick his feet in the sand — really relax.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two former players were deemed permanently ineligible to participate in NCAA play after the governing body found them in violation of potential game manipulation for sports betting.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.—
Rory Satran,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While travelers can file claims in bankruptcy proceedings, those tied to points are likely to be last in line for payment, assuming any money is available.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
2 May 2026
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Julio Rodriguez had just tied the game in the seventh inning with his second home run of the evening.—
Jaylon Thompson
May 2,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
Noun
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While both weight and waist circumference can indicate health, waist circumference is more accurate.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2026
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There’s a workout area that’s partially open to the elements with weights, a trampoline, rowing machine and stretch bands, but a treadmill and other cardio equipment would be a good addition for runners.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If Miranda Priestly can get thrown in steerage, we’re all screwed.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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But that doesn’t mean working people aren’t getting screwed.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Staple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staple. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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