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as in hub
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
a stretch of coastline that has long been the area's center of tourism
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as in to consolidate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
centered administrative duties under the command of a single person
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as in to focus
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
the students centered their attention on final exams
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Recent Examples of center
David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 30 Oct. 2025
Little change in strength is expected today, but the storm will likely weaken on Friday, the hurricane center said.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
One office is centered around Garouste and Bonetti’s cow-print Rodeo desk and armchair, while another sports Pucci de Rossi’s blocky metal desk and chairs.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Virginia is now considered the data center capital of the world because of its rapid adoption of the infrastructure, which requires a vast amount of electricity.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 30 Oct. 2025
Little change in strength is expected today, but the storm will likely weaken on Friday, the hurricane center said.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
Set in a haunted restaurant outside time, the film follows a ghostly host serving four unforgettable horror stories, each centered around a legendary Chinese dish.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
One office is centered around Garouste and Bonetti’s cow-print Rodeo desk and armchair, while another sports Pucci de Rossi’s blocky metal desk and chairs.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for center
Noun
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Founded in Melbourne, Airwallex later moved to the Asian finance hub of Singapore after launching in the country in early 2022.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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And with Miller sidelined until at least the middle of the month, the Hornets will need James to keep filling in at a respectable clip in order to maintain things as much as possible given Miller’s importance as a two-way player, allowing Lee to put him on some of the opposition’s top talent.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Nov. 2025
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Brown, a transfer from North Dakota State, plays a similar style to Fletcher — a bruiser, physical, run-up-the-middle running back.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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After attorneys representing James filed a motion challenging Halligan's appointment as unlawful, Judge Walker ordered that the motion be consolidated with the already ongoing effort to disqualify her in the case against Comey.—
Pierre Thomas,
ABC News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Despite facing calls to withdraw his candidacy as Mamdani’s opponents have looked to consolidate support behind Cuomo, Sliwa has refused.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In 2014, Das started Titan Holdings, seeking to focus on applying AI to industries like healthcare and finance.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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While administration officials have avoided overtly saying their goal is regime change — Trump has focused his public remarks on fighting drug cartels — the ultimate goal of democratizing Venezuela, and the resulting investment benefits, are front and center in investors’ minds.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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DeCosta has the cap space and draft capital to acquire help before Tuesday’s trade deadline.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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The company upped its capital expenditures outlook to between $70 billion and $72 billion, up from $66 billion to $72 billion.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the midst of her ongoing European tour, she’s set to perform at Pitchfork Music Festival London, which takes place next week from November 4-8.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
31 Oct. 2025
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In the midst of a winless homestand, all the Wild needed to do Thursday night was win one measly period.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But only 29 out of 58 counties participate, with most of them concentrated in population centers like the Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego and the Central Valley.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Parents may notice irritability, difficulty concentrating or early bedtime resistance during the first few days after the change.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Jackson Hole, Wyoming A rugged and untamed spirit defines Jackson Hole, a resort that has long earned its reputation as a mecca for expert skiers.—
Charles Curkin,
Vogue,
27 Oct. 2025
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The effort required for just the technical elements is so extensive that Van Cleef opened a special atelier for Extraordinary Objects in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland’s mecca for automaton making.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Center.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/center. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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