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as in hubs
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
a stretch of coastline that has long been the area's center of tourism
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as in middles
an area or point that is an equal distance from all points along an edge or outer surface
the center of the earth
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as in consolidates
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
centered administrative duties under the command of a single person
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as in focuses
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
the students centered their attention on final exams
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Recent Examples of centers
John Walsh Iii, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Jim is alluding to the fact that Intel’s CPUs have a big presence in enterprise data centers, a different market than the data centers operated by cloud-computing providers.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
The agency’s strategy centers on Korea as its priority, with Japan close behind — two markets that historically haven’t worked with global agents.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
Such private health centers have long bolstered Uganda's health care system as unofficial partners.
—Brian Simpson, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The goal is also to compliment what’s happening musically with Portola picks of things to do around with, with the festival partnering with a variety of restaurants, clothing shops and fitness centers.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
Set against the backdrop of New York City's high-pressure nightlife scene, Black Rabbit centers on two brothers who are pushed to the brink by their duty to family and their pursuit of success.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
One teaching centers on the ancient ritual of Bikkurim, the offering of the first fruits.
—Barry Gelman, Denver Post, 19 Sep. 2025
Scientists have developed a low-cost, compact power module that can be used in data centers, microreactors, and heavy-duty vehicles.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
Martha McHardy Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The film centers around the story of Withers’ character Cameron Cade, a young football player who gets invited to a private training camp hosted by renowned quarterback Isaiah White, played by Wayans.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Its claims are similar to the suit filed in Kansas City federal court, although the lawsuit centers on the company’s sale of Soma Kratom, a kratom extract product that is different than 7-OH.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
The allegation centers on the Numerical Identification System (NUMIDENT) database containing Americans' personally identifiable information.
—Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
MeatEater's opening is the latest of several changes at The Corners in line with the shopping center's goals to create a walkable Market Street that centers more lifestyle brand retailers alongside plans for luxury apartments.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Star senior Khloe Schultz centers fellow star senior Julia O’Neil, and junior Sadie Clarkin, in the midfield.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
The case centers on whether the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has the right to regulate sports event contracts, preempting New Jersey's right to legislate and regulate sports gambling.
—Contessa Brewer,alex Sherman, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
The phone also features a complete camera upgrade, with a high-resolution main lens and a new front camera that centers you during video calls.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
As enterprises pour capital into AI infrastructure, chips and data centers, cash flow is being squeezed.
—John Walsh Iii, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Jim is alluding to the fact that Intel’s CPUs have a big presence in enterprise data centers, a different market than the data centers operated by cloud-computing providers.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
The agency’s strategy centers on Korea as its priority, with Japan close behind — two markets that historically haven’t worked with global agents.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
Such private health centers have long bolstered Uganda's health care system as unofficial partners.
—Brian Simpson, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The goal is also to compliment what’s happening musically with Portola picks of things to do around with, with the festival partnering with a variety of restaurants, clothing shops and fitness centers.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
Set against the backdrop of New York City's high-pressure nightlife scene, Black Rabbit centers on two brothers who are pushed to the brink by their duty to family and their pursuit of success.
—Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
One teaching centers on the ancient ritual of Bikkurim, the offering of the first fruits.
—Barry Gelman, Denver Post, 19 Sep. 2025
Scientists have developed a low-cost, compact power module that can be used in data centers, microreactors, and heavy-duty vehicles.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
Kevin Winter/Getty Images The controversy centers on remarks Kimmel made in a monologue after Kirk's death about MAGA and 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing.
—Martha McHardy Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The film centers around the story of Withers’ character Cameron Cade, a young football player who gets invited to a private training camp hosted by renowned quarterback Isaiah White, played by Wayans.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Its claims are similar to the suit filed in Kansas City federal court, although the lawsuit centers on the company’s sale of Soma Kratom, a kratom extract product that is different than 7-OH.
—Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
The allegation centers on the Numerical Identification System (NUMIDENT) database containing Americans' personally identifiable information.
—Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2025
MeatEater's opening is the latest of several changes at The Corners in line with the shopping center's goals to create a walkable Market Street that centers more lifestyle brand retailers alongside plans for luxury apartments.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Star senior Khloe Schultz centers fellow star senior Julia O’Neil, and junior Sadie Clarkin, in the midfield.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
The case centers on whether the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has the right to regulate sports event contracts, preempting New Jersey's right to legislate and regulate sports gambling.
—Contessa Brewer,alex Sherman, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
The phone also features a complete camera upgrade, with a high-resolution main lens and a new front camera that centers you during video calls.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centers
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But despite limitations on the number of flights United could fly at one of its key hubs, the airline was able to offer passengers more seats in and out of Newark than in the past by using larger aircrafts.—
Aaron Cooper,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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China has developed regional hubs in Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu, Xi’an, Guangzhou, Jinan, and elsewhere to bring academic, government, and private researchers together.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
16 Sep. 2025
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The middles seem strong Peter Skoronski, Lloyd Cushenberry III and Kevin Zeitler make up a solid trio in the middle of the offense.—
Nick Suss,
The Tennessean,
18 Aug. 2025
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However, that has changed as the IRS sheds employees and otherwise consolidates its operations.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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What Happens Next Obama's Emmy for Our Oceans consolidates his credentials in high-profile documentary and nonfiction work and may increase visibility and demand for similar projects produced by Higher Ground and Netflix.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The second, Steel Nomad's regular (4K) and Light (1440p), focuses on APIs more commonly used for game development to assess gaming geometry and particle effects.—
Charles Jefferies,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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The annual event will continue to raise money for the BFC Foundation, which focuses on education, grant-giving, and business mentoring.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The special interests in state capitals fight ferociously against property tax relief.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
19 Sep. 2025
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The sport was invented in the 1920s in Laguna Beach, but Delaware has become one of skimming’s unofficial capitals on the East Coast.—
Nicholas DeRenzo,
AFAR Media,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Persistent Midstream Processing Gaps Even when ore is mined outside China, concentrates still may travel back to Asia for separation and metal making.—
Brendon Grunewald,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Lee concentrates on darkness from the moment Shinhye arrives in her new home.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Test yourself on melon meccas and revolutionary roots in this week's American Culture Quiz.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The summer pastures near Prospect Mountain feature fisheries, expansive water rights dating back to the early 1900s, and rock-climbing meccas.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Aug. 2025
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His approach integrates wearable technology with ancient practices.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The laboratory’s forecasting technology integrates real-time measurement, automatic detection and computer modeling.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Centers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centers. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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