as in consolidated
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
the company decided to centralize all of its operations at its Ohio plant
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Recent Examples of centralized
When institutions become this centralized, accountability fades.
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Daniel L Gordon, Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly half the league’s teams now have their games produced by MLB itself, which has centralized streaming production.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
For much of the 20th century, leagues maintained tight control over brand image, because media channels were limited and communication was centralized.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2026
When mayoral control of Boston Public Schools was adopted in 1992, authority over the school system became increasingly centralized.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
In Alameda County, cases are centralized in Oakland’s Chinatown with other elevated rates found in South San Leandro, West Hayward, Union City and South Fremont, according to a 2024 Alameda County Public Health Department report.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Within an hour, the barking centralized at one spot.
—Delbert L. Chears, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Academic instructional coaches serve as teachers for teachers, but their jobs in Louisville are being cut and centralized as JCPS addresses its budget deficit.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
The change will help keep government services centralized, Engleman said.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Daniel L Gordon, Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
Nearly half the league’s teams now have their games produced by MLB itself, which has centralized streaming production.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
For much of the 20th century, leagues maintained tight control over brand image, because media channels were limited and communication was centralized.
—Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2026
When mayoral control of Boston Public Schools was adopted in 1992, authority over the school system became increasingly centralized.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
In Alameda County, cases are centralized in Oakland’s Chinatown with other elevated rates found in South San Leandro, West Hayward, Union City and South Fremont, according to a 2024 Alameda County Public Health Department report.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
Within an hour, the barking centralized at one spot.
—Delbert L. Chears, Outdoor Life, 5 Mar. 2026
Academic instructional coaches serve as teachers for teachers, but their jobs in Louisville are being cut and centralized as JCPS addresses its budget deficit.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026
The change will help keep government services centralized, Engleman said.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centralized
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That suit joins hundreds of others already consolidated in federal court in California’s Northern District.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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Those lawsuits were consolidated March 17 in the southern district of Texas.—
Aarón Torres,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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But holding on leaves your portfolio heavily concentrated.—
Doug Ashburn,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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From the outset, the firm concentrated on labor law claims, premises liability, vehicle accidents, and medical malpractice matters.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Its unibody frame is integrated with a Ni-Ti alloy memory wire to ensure a secure, slip-free fit during high-intensity gym sessions or cycling.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Medieval and Early Modern Innovations By the medieval period, pickling techniques had become deeply integrated into European culinary traditions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Centralized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centralized. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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