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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Recent Examples of staple
Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 30 May 2025
Saving Nora requires building her a new aorta and a stapling procedure that goes against everything Teddy knows about heart surgery.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
Zachary Reed, Mercury News, 16 July 2025
This techno-hoedown remix of an old folk tune became a staple at sports games and parties – much to many people’s annoyance.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
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Noun
Also on tap are new seasons of The Bear, The Buccaneers, The Gilded Age, Ginny & Georgia and Squid Game (which is ending after three seasons), as well as summertime staples American Ninja Warrior and Love Island.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 30 May 2025
Saving Nora requires building her a new aorta and a stapling procedure that goes against everything Teddy knows about heart surgery.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
Verb
As consumer demand for eco-friendly and non-toxic products continues to rise, Orange House is well-positioned to become a household staple for those who value safety, performance, and sustainability.
—Zachary Reed, Mercury News, 16 July 2025
This techno-hoedown remix of an old folk tune became a staple at sports games and parties – much to many people’s annoyance.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staple
Noun
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Warehousing • Items are scanned in bulk at receiving and picking.—
Amy Gu,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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With the rise of plastic injection molding in the 1940s and '50s, companies started mass-producing recorders and selling them in bulk to school districts for as little as $1 apiece.—
Abigail Covington,
NPR,
16 July 2025
Verb
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That means all organizations should take note of this deadline and adhere if possible.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Authorities urged the public to monitor updates and adhere strictly to safety instructions issued during this period.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 June 2025
Noun
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We’d be better served, however, by understanding that at the core, both of these are fueled by and lead to dehumanization.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The key has been the gradual introduction of a new generation around the experienced core to supplement their talents with pace and vivacity.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
Verb
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One of those sticking points has been a mammoth bond issue that is being pitched to voters in the November election.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
22 July 2025
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Thompson will need to prove the most in this area to stick, as well.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The body was first reported to 911 by a fisherman, who found it along of the banks of the creek between the two Northern Kentucky cities on July 18.—
Aaron Valdez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 July 2025
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The Chicago Fire Department’s Marine Unit recovered the body of the boy.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
20 July 2025
Verb
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This small, daily action, tied to a routine cue, builds consistency, reduces reliance on motivation and strengthens willpower over time.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In addition to his annual base salary and supplemental compensation, Smith is eligible to earn up to $45,000 annually through performance bonuses tied to booster engagement, athletic success and academic achievement.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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The man’s wife appears to have a different perspective on the matter, though her opinion doesn’t seem to carry much weight in the family’s final decision.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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In past seasons, the weight of Toronto’s run-scoring success fell squarely on Guerrero’s shoulders — a power dip like this would’ve sunk the entire team.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
Noun
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But Lehane said the vast majority of the 500 million people using the service are using it for free.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
21 July 2025
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The vast majority of top creators discussing politics are men.—
Emma Woollacott,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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“Staple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staple. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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