kernel

Example Sentences

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Yet there was a kernel of truth in that assertion.

From Science Daily

The Bay Area tech titans’ plan to create a utopia in Solano County contains a kernel of wisdom about the kind of suburban growth the state wants and needs.

From Los Angeles Times

The milk corn is stupidly simple and gives the tip to add a tiny bit of sugar to the milky water along with the fresh ears, because salt will make the kernels tough.

From Seattle Times

As for the corn, I like to throw the kernels directly into the boiling water, letting them soften as the pasta becomes pleasingly al dente.

From Seattle Times

Kernza also has high protein content and a small kernel size, both of which create challenges for processing and recipe development that have made commercializing it an uphill battle.

From Salon