1
as in concentrated
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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as in intensified
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 consolidated
Racing and training operations would be consolidated at the park during the Pimlico project.
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Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
There were 30 other lawsuits consolidated between 2019 and 2025 involving companies associated with Strawberry Fields CEO Moishe Gubin, according to the plaintiffs’ lawyers in many of the cases, Levin & Perconti.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
While the final purchase price was not publicly disclosed, the sale was widely reported to be in the roughly $60 million range, allowing Milken to expand its campus as AJU consolidated its operations.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2026
The backstory Family-run Hotel Signum has consolidated its position as one of Salina’s finest hotels—an early stamp of approval was given when the crew of the Italian classic Il Postino stayed here in the early 1990s while filming.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
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Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
There were 30 other lawsuits consolidated between 2019 and 2025 involving companies associated with Strawberry Fields CEO Moishe Gubin, according to the plaintiffs’ lawyers in many of the cases, Levin & Perconti.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
While the final purchase price was not publicly disclosed, the sale was widely reported to be in the roughly $60 million range, allowing Milken to expand its campus as AJU consolidated its operations.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2026
The backstory Family-run Hotel Signum has consolidated its position as one of Salina’s finest hotels—an early stamp of approval was given when the crew of the Italian classic Il Postino stayed here in the early 1990s while filming.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidated
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Existing carbon capture and conversion technologies typically require separate steps, with CO₂ concentrated before it can be converted into useful chemicals.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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Cooking frozen vegetables directly helps prevent excess moisture from leaching out and keeps flavors concentrated.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2026
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His announcement comes as Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine’s energy and logistics infrastructure, worsening conditions for civilians as winter temperatures plunge.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Asked earlier about the impact of the press coverage during the years-long legal fight, the prince said the situation had only intensified.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
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Some tools, like learning platforms with generative AI integrated, give feedback after students answer a question.—
Jonah Davids,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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The accelerated nursing programs have integrated technology training into the coursework.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Feb. 2026
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The deciduous saucer magnolia’s floral display is enhanced by the fact that flowering takes place when the tree is still leafless.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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Updated for the first time since 1997, the new version promises 36-hour wear, enhanced skin care benefits and offers 70 shades.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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American Bitcoin merged with a penny-stock bitcoin miner as a way of going public without the cost—or scrutiny—of an initial public offering.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
31 Jan. 2026
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And on top of it all, a social platform has merged where the AI agents can gather to compare notes, with implications that have yet to be fully grasped.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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The trajectory is not altered; instead, existing advancements are deepened and extended.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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The fatal shooting sparked demonstrations nationwide and has deepened fissures between federal and state officials.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
20 Jan. 2026
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The pop of blue, combined with the retro-eque design, is sure to make any outfit stand out.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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The guard scored 15 of his game-high 23 points in the fourth quarter while his teammates combined for 13.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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With more and more international travelers headed to Japan—2025 was a record year for tourism—and social media feeds flooded with videos from Hokkaido and snapshots of slope-side katsu curry and ramen, the temptation to fly across the world to ski is heightened.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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The significance of last weekend’s victory is heightened when considering what unfolded elsewhere in London earlier that day.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Consolidated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidated. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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