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staple

[stey-puhl] / ˈsteɪ pəl /


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Ramón is a staple at Fringe, having won several awards for previous shows.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The comedy double act, made up of Paul and his late brother Barry, were a staple in British homes with their TV show ChuckleVision.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Kitchen sponges are a staple in most homes, but they may also be an overlooked source of microplastic pollution.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

In March, she bought roughly a pound of Lighvan cheese—a popular staple in many Iranian households—for around 450,000 tomans, equivalent to $3.40.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

A rope made of South Carolina long staple cotton was displayed outside the jail.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry




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