as in to compress
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
for dramatic purposes, the film telescopes the years over which the events occurred into a few short months
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Recent Examples of telescope
The sil-nylon fabric pitches directly over and around the bike, supported by two telescoping side poles, the saddle and a front frame component at the foot of the lounger.
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New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2025
Mobile cranes, like the ones used on the hangar, generally use a telescoping arm and can move around the job site.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 30 Jan. 2025
This height-adjustable, telescoping lantern features dual light sources and a stepless dimming switch.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 June 2024
The house next to the Ritz-Carlton has an elevator, two guest casitas, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, a caterer’s kitchen, telescoping sliding-glass doors to the pool, a Zen waterfall and a fire pit.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2025
Mobile cranes, like the ones used on the hangar, generally use a telescoping arm and can move around the job site.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 30 Jan. 2025
This height-adjustable, telescoping lantern features dual light sources and a stepless dimming switch.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 June 2024
The house next to the Ritz-Carlton has an elevator, two guest casitas, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, a caterer’s kitchen, telescoping sliding-glass doors to the pool, a Zen waterfall and a fire pit.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for telescope
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The potatoes are cooked low and slow in the oven, then compressed overnight.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Rising interest rates have compressed valuations, rotating investor appetite toward value, dividends, and defensive plays.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Especially in heavy or compacted soils, be sure to loosen as much soil around the planting area as possible so roots can grow freely.—
Dawn Pettinelli,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2025
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Aerating loosens compacted soil and allows more nutrients to reach roots.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
20 Mar. 2025
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This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Ayan Artan,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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This conversation has been edited and condensed for publication.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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For now, the researchers have left the ship in situ, partially covering it with original soil and squeezing wet sponges onto it to preserve moisture.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
30 Apr. 2025
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The question of whether a modern Phantom can squeeze through the driveway gates remains to be seen.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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The grip also packs a 2,300 mAh battery inside to give the phone extra juice.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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At a court appearance on Saturday, Hamilton County sheriff's deputies packed the courtroom in support of the fallen deputy, according to ABC Cincinnati affiliate WCPO.—
Victoria Arancio,
ABC News,
3 May 2025
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“Telescope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/telescope. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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