1. past tense of stake; supported or marked with stakes
2. past tense of stake; risked or wagered something valuable
3. past tense of stake; claimed or established a position or territory

Examples

• The gardener staked the tomato plants to help them grow upright.
• She staked her reputation on the success of the project.
• The miners staked their claim to the gold-rich land.
• He staked everything on one final bet at the casino.
• The surveyor staked out the boundaries of the new property.
• They staked the tent securely before the storm arrived.
• The company staked its future on the new technology.