1
as in to concentrate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division
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Recent Examples of consolidate
The company will consolidate all assets previously under Avex USA into the new Avex Music Group banner, headquartered in Los Angeles, while S10's existing team and operations will remain unchanged.
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Ethan Stone, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
In 1978, the school was consolidated with Marshall's schools.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
But the Ring’s lesson is clear: power consolidates.
—Jon Fleischman, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
The Big Ten and SEC have consolidated their control over the future of the College Football Playoff by working to create multiple automatic bids for each of the major conferences.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
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Ethan Stone, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
In 1978, the school was consolidated with Marshall's schools.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2025
But the Ring’s lesson is clear: power consolidates.
—Jon Fleischman, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
The Big Ten and SEC have consolidated their control over the future of the College Football Playoff by working to create multiple automatic bids for each of the major conferences.
—Jon Wilner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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That’s because the best days in the market are often concentrated around the worst days in the market.—
Rick Unser,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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System combinations open the door to reimagining how care is delivered at every level— from expanding primary care access in rural communities to extending the reach of specialty services typically concentrated in urban areas.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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As the pope’s funeral approached, security around the Vatican intensified.—
Alan Yuhas,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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President Trump’s recent ultimatum proposing U.S. recognition of Russia’s annexation of Crimea has intensified the diplomatic divide within Europe, forcing European capitals to choose between Kyiv or Washington.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The two sides have tried – and failed – multiple times to reach an agreement to unite the two separate Palestinian territories under one governance structure, with a 2017 agreement quickly folding in violence.—
Ibrahim Dahman,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2025
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Abundance and The Measure of Progress may have separate focuses, but they are united by the notion that the government cannot address today’s problems with yesterday’s institutions and processes.—
Brian Deese,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
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To further integrate the environment, use natural materials such as oak and mixed hardwood.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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Then the hope is that over time the company starts integrating that into their work and the performance in an unselfconscious way.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Research from psychologists Robert Emmons and Philip Watkins shows that gratitude, especially in moments of hardship, strengthens our emotional well-being and deepens our connections.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intricate tensions of their relationships are deepened by evocations of the past—including their forebears’ tragic resistance to enslavement—and of enduring African traditions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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So was a statement that the company would merge with another firm, according to the indictment.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Some marketplaces will merge, while others will be absorbed by larger players looking to expand their footprint.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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This experience strengthened my conviction in the impact of upskilling, talent development and strategic collaborations across industry, academia, nonprofits and government.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Several bridges in western Poland have been strengthened in recent years to accommodate heavy military loads.—
Barry R. Posen,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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