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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
Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
Two moments in the Cubs’ 8-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday at Busch Stadium featured rare blemishes for the 23-year-old center fielder.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
Nicole Briese, People.com, 25 June 2025
The bar will sell all the typical bar drinks — lemon drops, Long Islands and margaritas — plus a full food menu centered on loaded potatoes.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 June 2025
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Noun
About 12 miles from AVL’s new facility, Digital Realty Trust will be building the state’s largest data center in terms of square feet and power capacity.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
Two moments in the Cubs’ 8-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday at Busch Stadium featured rare blemishes for the 23-year-old center fielder.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
Verb
Published in 2003, the sequel is centered on Allie and Noah’s son-in-law and real estate attorney Wilson Lewis, who is struggling to connect with his wife of 30 years ahead of their own daughter’s wedding.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 25 June 2025
The bar will sell all the typical bar drinks — lemon drops, Long Islands and margaritas — plus a full food menu centered on loaded potatoes.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for center
Noun
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The California hub achieved a strong index score of 60.7, bolstered by a high rating of 84/100 on FlightRadar24.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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The Southeast Queens hub opened in 2011 and would expand as part of its $5.5 billion proposal to add table games such as blackjack and poker, over 1,000 new hotel rooms, a 7,000-seat performance venue and more than 10 acres of public greenspace.—
Téa Kvetenadze,
New York Daily News,
28 June 2025
Noun
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But the truce appeared to be on shaky ground Tuesday, with Trump accusing both countries of violating the agreement — and many airlines have halted select routes through the middle of the week, citing safety concerns.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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The Mets hope Manaea can return for another rehab start by the middle of next week.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Casino-to-ports billionaire Enrique Razon Jr.’s Prime Infrastructure is consolidating its water utility assets under Manila Water in a deal valued at 37.8 billion pesos ($671 million).—
Ian Sayson,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The district plans to consolidate the program at Oak Terrace in phases, beginning with kindergarten in 2026-27, and fully transitioning all K-5 dual language program students in 2027-28, with Red Oak Elementary School closing after the 2026-27 school year, a statement to parents said.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
Verb
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There was also a steady drumbeat of business closures, from decades-old mainstays such as Marlborough Gallery, Washburn Gallery, and Mitchell-Innes & Nash to David Lewis Gallery, which shuttered after an impactful 11 years, and several smaller operations focused on emerging artists.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
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The presentations will focus on each agency’s roles and responsibilities and their expectations of the community.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2025
Noun
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General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff had thought about trading down from 28th to acquire more draft capital.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
29 June 2025
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The study is based on per capital daily news consumption, according to SmartNews.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2025
Noun
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The Philadelphia Phillies are in the midst of a divisional race with the New York Mets that will likely give the winner a first-round bye in October.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Roberts ran to home plate to confront Shildt and in the midst of bumping into the opposing manager, benches of both teams left their dugouts and came onto the field.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
Verb
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The roles are mostly concentrated in senior and management levels.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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While trying to concentrate on outplaying DeChambeau in that six-hole playoff four years ago, Cantlay said he was struck by the intensity of the fans’ reactions to their shots.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
23 June 2025
Noun
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No place on earth draws more fanatics than Penang, the world’s mecca for durian lovers.—
Tom Downey,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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Indianapolis has become a mecca for those activities as the home of the Indy 500 and the Pacers (who came up just short of winning the NBA crown this year).—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
25 June 2025
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“Center.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/center. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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