as in root
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 kernel
When beta-carotene isn't present, the kernels are pale white.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025
Rather than constantly chasing the newest shiny kernel of knowledge, aim for depth and breadth.
—Dennis Kozak, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
The Alma Trilogy Earrings ($310) are clusters of kernels in sterling silver, 18-karat rose gold vermeil and 23-karat yellow gold vermeil.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Mexico is the third largest importer of U.S. barley and the biggest importer of U.S. malt, made from germinating kernels of barley and a key ingredient in beer.
—Heather Schlitz, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025
Rather than constantly chasing the newest shiny kernel of knowledge, aim for depth and breadth.
—Dennis Kozak, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
The Alma Trilogy Earrings ($310) are clusters of kernels in sterling silver, 18-karat rose gold vermeil and 23-karat yellow gold vermeil.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Mexico is the third largest importer of U.S. barley and the biggest importer of U.S. malt, made from germinating kernels of barley and a key ingredient in beer.
—Heather Schlitz, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernel
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Targeted Treatment for Inherited Disease in Infants More tools than ever before are available to address the root cause when a concerning genetic change is detected.—
William A. Haseltine,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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According to engineers and robotics experts, the root cause of the malfunction was a combination of software and design oversight.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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Bitcoin’s Code Remains Decentralized, But The Politics Are Shifting Despite growing political entanglements, Bitcoin’s core code has not changed.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Mayor Lauren McLean said the new hotels are helping link the core of downtown to other parts of downtown along Grove Street.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
4 June 2025
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That really captured the essence of the dark ages and the medieval world.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Quotable Time is of the essence for these students.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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All of our hearts are broken … our sadness is gut wrenching - there’s a hole, something is missing.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2025
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Pregnant women are at high risk for severe disease and studies show that the likelihood of miscarriage, stillbirth and pregnancy complications like preeclampsia, blood clots, heart and kidney damage and hypertension are much higher among women who develop COVID-19 during pregnancy.—
Karen Weintraub,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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“Kernel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernel. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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