1
as in funding
to provide money for
the actor staked the entire production of the film with his own money
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2
as in putting
to risk (something) on the outcome of an uncertain event
I'd stake a year's salary that she'll win the general election
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Recent Examples of staking
Illuminate your walkways by staking this popular 12-pack of solar torch lights—now 34% off.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
The analogs to staking on other assets have also crossed over to BTC, where holders want consistent ways to grow their stack without risking principal.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Stauffacher hit all five 3-pointers in the first half, staking the Griffins to a 36-27 halftime lead.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
When providers began staking their claim to the space with more than 600 applications statewide, district officials and parent groups cried foul.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
Be sure to use the least invasive staking system possible — no eye screws or wires.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
But an oral pill for obesity from Novo Nordisk will likely enter the market first, giving the Danish drugmaker a head start in staking its claim in the space.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The past few days have seen other big banks vie for staking.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
Then, like an alarm clock, howler monkeys unleashed their banshee shriek, staking their territory as the sun rose.
—Ryan Knighton, AFAR Media, 31 Oct. 2025
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
The analogs to staking on other assets have also crossed over to BTC, where holders want consistent ways to grow their stack without risking principal.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Stauffacher hit all five 3-pointers in the first half, staking the Griffins to a 36-27 halftime lead.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
When providers began staking their claim to the space with more than 600 applications statewide, district officials and parent groups cried foul.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
Be sure to use the least invasive staking system possible — no eye screws or wires.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
But an oral pill for obesity from Novo Nordisk will likely enter the market first, giving the Danish drugmaker a head start in staking its claim in the space.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The past few days have seen other big banks vie for staking.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
Then, like an alarm clock, howler monkeys unleashed their banshee shriek, staking their territory as the sun rose.
—Ryan Knighton, AFAR Media, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staking
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Much of the Department of Homeland Security is set to run out of money Saturday morning after negotiations stalled between the White House and congressional Democrats over new restrictions on federal immigration agents and lawmakers left town without funding the department.—
Riley Beggin,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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With the legal victory, the CID will resume funding infrastructure projects in the Harris Ranch zone, Ortega said.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Feb. 2026
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Councilmember Monica Rodriguez voted against the measure, arguing the council had not done its job to reduce spending elsewhere before putting taxes on the ballot.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The goal is to engage kids in learning about history and civic engagement while putting them on a path to potentially work in the music industry, said the department’s Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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The more Austin is financing education the less the parents can influence.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Henry, who was a Pro Bowl running back that played for three teams in his seven-year NFL career, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to traffic cocaine for financing a drug ring that moved between Colorado and Montana.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Star Sports, another platform, has suspended betting on Starmer stepping down before the next general election, giving the prospect an 89% chance.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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To be sure, some investors are betting that the enormous build out will eventually translate into revenue and profits.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Special Transportation Fund pays off the principal and interest on the infrastructure rebuilding program while subsidizing public transit costs and operating expenses for the departments of transportation and motor vehicles.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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In Europe and Asia, governments are similarly subsidizing supply chains to reduce reliance on geopolitical rivals—specifically China.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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And the rest of the jewelry box of a city isn't ready to call it quits, wagering that some things are still worth taking their time, and come out stronger under pressure.—
Chris Livesay,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The sweepstakes model allows players to compete for real money prizes without wagering real money, which proponents say keeps the model compliant with sweepstakes laws, according to Deadspin.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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CEOs still care about earnings as a scorecard of their performance and capitalizing internal costs of acquiring data may increase investments in tracking and using data to learn even more about the firm’s operations and financing opportunities.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
18 Jan. 2026
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But playing against a lifeless Charlotte offense, the Green Wave had time to figure it out, capitalizing with three first-half touchdown drives — all ending with one-yard plunges to find pay-dirt.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Nov. 2025
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In a January 16 court filing supporting criminal charges against the two men, the DOJ asserted Aljorna was the one driving the vehicle.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort Deeply committed to sea turtle conservation, Four Seasons Resort Nevis has partnered with the Sea Turtle Conservancy for over 15 years to educate and raise awareness while supporting research on migration patterns and species recovery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Staking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staking. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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