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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Official vendors concentrate in Jackson Square, the Old U.S. Mint and along the riverfront.—
Chelsea Brasted,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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And still others are analyzing campaigns from the SKU level, concentrating on the items that will generate the most efficient returns. BRANDS + MESSAGING Ford Motor Company has always had an all-American vibe to its products and story.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Patterson’s departure likely will intensify UM’s efforts to find a starting caliber safety in the portal.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 Apr. 2025
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In this context of uncertainty, competition intensifies on entry and middle market watches.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Republican leaders in the House worked to unite their divided party behind the budget plan this week before Congress leaves town for a two-week recess.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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California has 43 Democratic House members, who tend to be united in questioning the Trump tariff policies.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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By implementing regenerative agricultural practices, SRI focuses on enhancing soil health, conserving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting water conservation.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Multimillion-dollar residences on the stylish Soho strip enhance the neighborhood’s offerings, providing residents with unmatched dwellings.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 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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Italian fashion houses to merge Prada struck a deal to buy rival Versace for $1.375 billion on Thursday.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
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The platforms and device teams merged last year under Osterloh, who said the move was necessary for quicker integration of AI across all of Google's products.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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To strengthen cultural ties between France and the U.S. by promoting the work of a young contemporary composer, Pisar initiated the Pisar Prize, a collaboration between Juilliard and Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Women directors can take a lead role in strengthening stakeholder relations.—
Committee of 200,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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