as in root
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the kernel of your argument seems to be the inevitability of human migration into space
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Recent Examples of kernel
Tremaine, Johnny Knoxville, and their crew would spitball a kernel of an idea, and moments later hit the road to try it out.
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Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
2 July 2026
The software is KeyOS, a microkernel written in Rust with about 9,000 lines of code in the kernel, against the tens of millions in Linux or macOS.
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Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Though the eco mode struggled to pick up a popcorn kernel, the turbo mode handled it easily.
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Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
25 June 2026
Toss it on the grill for an easy weeknight side, boil it for buttery corn on the cob at family dinners, or slice the kernels into a bright summer corn salad for barbecues and potlucks.
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Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
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Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
2 July 2026
The software is KeyOS, a microkernel written in Rust with about 9,000 lines of code in the kernel, against the tens of millions in Linux or macOS.
—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Though the eco mode struggled to pick up a popcorn kernel, the turbo mode handled it easily.
—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
25 June 2026
Toss it on the grill for an easy weeknight side, boil it for buttery corn on the cob at family dinners, or slice the kernels into a bright summer corn salad for barbecues and potlucks.
—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kernel
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The roots of the fall-out stretch back to 2019, before filming for the franchise’s fourth feature instalment began, when Margera signed a wellness agreement with the producers which committed him to sobriety amid his struggles with alcoholism.
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Simply apply 1 to 2 inches of natural mulch, like bark mulch, over the roots of your plants to lock in soil moisture and keep the mulch line at least 1 inch away from the plant's stems.
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The core party at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will feature performances by acts including the Smashing Pumpkins, Maren Morris and Anthony Ramos, according to the America 250 website.
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The most severe risk is heat stroke, which occurs when the body's cooling mechanism fails entirely, potentially driving core body temperatures to 103 degrees Fahrenheit or higher within minutes.
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The solution is to realize the importance of being rooted in the divine essence of God that has been given to everyone.
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In essence, Star Fox is the video game version of Alien or Terminator.
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Their coupling instantly captured the attention and hearts of fans around the world, and Swift’s presence at Chiefs games was even credited with bolstering female interest in NFL football.
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His update on the C-cut began just below the chin, with extra lift at the roots and inward-curving lengths that narrowed toward the ends to create the illusion of a heart.
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“Kernel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kernel. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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