(1) Since I have so much yew foliage, this is the mainstay of the ropes and swags that I will be creating.(2) The gun run, loosely based on the exploits of Naval squads in the Boer War, was a mainstay of the Royal Tournament.(3) The plans were a mainstay of the amalgamation process and the beacon to guide sustainable development.(4) State-sponsored works remained the mainstay of many painters until the end of the Second Empire.(5) The mainstay of Scotland's bowling attack has just become a father.(6) After 37 years, the wreck has become something of a mainstay for divers in the area, but it is still excellent.(7) farming is the mainstay of the rural economy(8) Farming and forestry are still the mainstay of this area although tourism is rapidly expanding.(9) Smith was a mainstay of the club's success this season with his running from defence and solid tackling.(10) whitefish are the mainstay of the local industry(11) The first pick of Fox's second draft was Jordan Gross, who has become a mainstay at right tackle.(12) Visiting is a mainstay of social life, mostly within the circle of extended family.(13) The mainstay of the helicopter fleet, the Oryx, was due for an in-service upgrade.(14) A mainstay of the Joe Torre dynasty, Pettitte needs to stay healthy and excel if he wants a new contract.(15) International trade was the mainstay of Macau as a free port, and has been important until recently.(16) Ever since, Martin has been a mainstay on the Jets' offense, and in their locker room.
