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
Those petitions were consolidated for review by the 8th Circuit.
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 July 2025
The ability to consolidate performance, engagement and compliance data into one coherent view empowers more proactive, strategic workforce planning.
—Artyom Keydunov, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The cases were consolidated at the 8th Circuit, where it was decided by Circuit Judges James Loken, Ralph Erickson, and Jonathan Kobes.
—ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
Indiana public universities will cut or consolidate roughly 400 degree programs due to a new state law requiring minimum graduate numbers.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 July 2025
The ability to consolidate performance, engagement and compliance data into one coherent view empowers more proactive, strategic workforce planning.
—Artyom Keydunov, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The cases were consolidated at the 8th Circuit, where it was decided by Circuit Judges James Loken, Ralph Erickson, and Jonathan Kobes.
—ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
Indiana public universities will cut or consolidate roughly 400 degree programs due to a new state law requiring minimum graduate numbers.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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Intoxicating cannabinoids typically refer to compounds concentrated from hemp that cause marijuana-like effects and are unregulated in Arizona.—
Ray Stern,
AZCentral.com,
6 July 2025
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As the conditioner that brought his homeland their first two Breeders’ Cup championships (2021 Filly and Mare Turf, Loves Only You 2021 Distaff Marche Lorraine), the Tokyo native will concentrate on bringing the best Forever Young to Del Mar on November 1.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Recent layoff announcements have only intensified these concerns.—
C200,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Russia recently has intensified its airstrikes on civilian areas.—
Aamer Madhani,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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The company released a new version of Grok this week, which Musk said will also be integrated into Tesla vehicles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Hinge and Grindr, two of the most popular dating apps, are taking steps to integrate AI into their platforms.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
11 July 2025
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Although generative AI fuels the potential for automation to eliminate jobs, AI can also enhance technical, creative, legal and business roles, the report said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 July 2025
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But with a smart approach, mirrors can truly enhance a space.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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As part of its founding as a party in 2022, the Forward PAC merged with the Renew America Movement, made up of former Republican officials, and the Serve America Movement, a group of Democrats, Republicans, and Independents.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
8 July 2025
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The satellites came together, or merged, on June 13 and June 30 but separated again within a few hours.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
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His remarks signal that military co-operation between Moscow and Pyongyang is likely to deepen.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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The Three Dots and a Dash features juicy orange contrasted against textured spice, grassy rum deepened with rich honey, with the lime and falernum reminding you that this is all a tropical experience.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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But the urge to denigrate public education has become one of those odd obsessions that unite the nutty left and kooky right.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Release date: May 5, 2023 Cast: Chris Pratt, Karen Gillan, Vin Diesel, Sean Gunn For the final hoorah, the Guardians unite to defend the universe one last time in their biggest space mission yet.—
Grace Dean,
Space.com,
3 July 2025
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Accompanied by a business delegation, investment deals were inked, along with agreements to strengthen business ties.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
14 July 2025
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For example, strengthening your biceps can enhance your ability to perform a pull-up.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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