centralize
verb
cen·tral·ize
ˈsen-trə-ˌlīz 
centralized; centralizing
: to form a center : cluster around a center
1
: to bring to a center : consolidate
centralize all the data in one file
2
: to concentrate by placing power and authority in a center or central organization
centralized several functions in a single agency
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All shipping operations have been centralized at the Miami office.
The controversial reforms could be used to further centralize power in the hands of one party.
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The Trump administration may be centralizing influence over the crypto industry, raising concerns among early Bitcoin supporters about the loss of its politically neutral foundation.
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Construction began March 24 on the fieldhouse, that will centralize athletic activities on the south side of the campus.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
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Becca Bratcher, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Construction began March 24 on the fieldhouse, that will centralize athletic activities on the south side of the campus.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
No previous database system has ever centralized this much personal info across various federal agencies.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 June 2025
The software will serve as a launcher for titles and centralize in-game achievements, leaderboards, communications and other activity, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans haven’t been announced.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 28 May 2025
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“Centralize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centralize. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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centralize
verb
cen·tral·ize
ˈsen-trə-ˌlīz
centralized; centralizing
: to bring to a central point or under a single control
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