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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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Relevance
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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
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
Home scent reaches the brain’s emotional center faster than sight or sound, which is why fragrance can set the mood before anyone in your house says hello.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Evangeline is an incredibly intelligent, talented, and heart-centered badass with the perfect voice for the project.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 June 2026
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Noun
Anyone who needs help finding a cooling center throughout the state can contact the United Way by dialing 211.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
Home scent reaches the brain’s emotional center faster than sight or sound, which is why fragrance can set the mood before anyone in your house says hello.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Verb
Herzi’s slender, unassuming drama contains few emotional crescendos or grand insights, although this is the rare French film to center on a Muslim lesbian as its protagonist.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Evangeline is an incredibly intelligent, talented, and heart-centered badass with the perfect voice for the project.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for center
Noun
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Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
12 Dec. 2025
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Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!—
David Lyman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Kelce, who will turn 37 years old in the middle of the season, is looking to rebound from a bit of a down season.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Then, during an interview with Joe Rogan in the middle of the cage, Hokit ended his remarks with an insult of Michelle Obama.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
Verb
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While the ruling Chavismo movement is now consolidating its unexpected ties with Washington, Rodríguez appears to aspire to lead this new phase herself, with calls to leave behind the harsh years of her predecessor.—
Alfredo Meza,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Sandra Pellegrini, senior analyst for Latin America and the Caribbean Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Projects, or ACLD, said recent clashes among gangs do not necessarily signal a collapse of Viv Ansanm, which took shape in September 2023 and consolidated its power in February 2024.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
Verb
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As Winter Meetings began Monday, the Boston Red Sox continue to focus on adding a power bat to the lineup.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
9 Dec. 2025
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Cambodia is focused on regime protection, rural stability, and defense cooperation with Beijing and other ASEAN countries, the website added.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
Noun
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By the end of 2025, China had set up more than 2,100 government guidance funds with target capital of over 11 trillion yuan, according to official figures.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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Its proximity to the fascinating capital of Kunming is also appealing for travelers who don’t intend to go to Tibet and never plan on leaving the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Washington state is once again in the midst of getting hammered by torrential rains and swelling rivers.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
12 Dec. 2025
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Just over a year ago, a young and hungry Southlake Carroll team was in the midst of a run to the Class 6A Division II state championship game.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The California acreage is concentrated in Napa Valley, Paso Robles, Sonoma County, Lake County and the Central Coast.—
Lizzie Kane,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Target has been concentrating on overhauling its fashions.—
Anne D'Innocenzio,
Fortune,
16 June 2026
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This was true throughout the neighborhood, which established itself this month as a secondary mecca for Knicks fans.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Connecticut has been a mecca for dance ever since Martha Graham created the American Dance Festival at Connecticut College in 1948.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2026
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“Center.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/center. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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