staple
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While it remains a staple in kitchens around the world, consuming too much salt can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, and even faster cognitive decline.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
He notes that “complaints about the evils of consumerism have long been a staple among intellectuals, but I see evil only in its excesses.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
A reality TV star who has been a staple on TMZ.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
The fiery flavouring is a staple of dining tables regionwide, the obligatory accompaniment for everything from rice and peas, to curries and stews.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
I hammer the last staple down over the wire and we sit back, wiping sweat from our faces.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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