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staple

[stey-puhl] / ˈsteɪ pəl /


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Trump said these would include Lee Greenwood, the singer of "God Bless the USA," a staple of his political rallies.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

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

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

The staple gun was where the hacksaw was supposed to go.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan




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