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
Theirs is a community so small that Jacob does triple duty as its sheriff, preacher and undertaker, roles that circumstances will shortly consolidate in unhappy fashion.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
The district proposes to use bond money to consolidate certain elementary schools, but more widespread consolidation and closures are in the district’s future, despite the outcome of the election, district officials have said.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Officials in the Houston, Texas, suburb recently announced a long-range plan that would close or consolidate seven elementary schools.
—Ajc Staff Report, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
By 2025, Aposto celebrated 20 years in the mansion, with Lemmo reflecting on his long career, early challenges and many former restaurant ventures before consolidating his focus solely on Aposto.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 13 Feb. 2026
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
The district proposes to use bond money to consolidate certain elementary schools, but more widespread consolidation and closures are in the district’s future, despite the outcome of the election, district officials have said.
—Kendrick Calfee
february 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Officials in the Houston, Texas, suburb recently announced a long-range plan that would close or consolidate seven elementary schools.
—Ajc Staff Report, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
By 2025, Aposto celebrated 20 years in the mansion, with Lemmo reflecting on his long career, early challenges and many former restaurant ventures before consolidating his focus solely on Aposto.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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The gains are largely concentrated at the top of the financial table, fueled by investor interest and new facilities in the pipeline.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The China shock took a disproportionate toll on small-scale manufacturing—textiles, toys, furniture—concentrated primarily in the South.—
Josh Tyrangiel,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
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French wine and spirits exports have slipped from being traditionally France’s second-largest export sector to third, behind aerospace and cosmetics, as trade tensions intensified.—
Reuters 9 hr ago,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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This causes the outer layers of the star to expand and cool, evolving into a red giant, while the interior of the core heats up, intensifying the rate of fusion within it.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Feb. 2026
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Seeking stability and a place to belong, Rose attempts to integrate into the wary community.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2026
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Millions of people already rely on chatbots powered by large language models, and have integrated these synthetic interlocutors into their personal and professional lives.—
Deb Roy,
The Atlantic,
15 Feb. 2026
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The research team aims to explore how the patches can enhance situational awareness and monitor exposure for military personnel in hazardous environments.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Items such as candle sconces and decorative milagros add a touch of sparkle and enhance the mood.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2026
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With elements of aesthetic quiet luxury, the brand’s fall and spring collections merge classic appeal with playful variations, completing a wardrobe of essentials and statement pieces.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Elon Musk is merging his SpaceX rocket company with his artificial intelligence startup known as xAI in a move meant to push forward the mogul's agenda of building data centers in space.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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Cuba’s energy crisis has deepened and daily blackouts sometimes last more than 24 hours at a time on some parts of the island.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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These experiences deepen understanding, challenge assumptions, and help students connect Connecticut’s past and present in a more meaningful way.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers unite across party lines to tackle housing crisis with new legislation.—
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FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Our band’s purpose is to unite, not divide.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Feb. 2026
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PSyn supports that work by helping health plans and employer groups strengthen benefit strategy through education, practical analysis, and operational guidance grounded in real-world pharmacy experience.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Every morning, seahorses greet their other half by performing a rhythmic dance that can last minutes or even hours to strengthen their bond.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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