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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
Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Pathak said this floor also houses UHealth’s largest cancer support care and survivorship resource center, which offers cancer patients a variety of services, including acupuncture, massage, wig try-ons and psychology services.
—Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
While not tack-sharp like its GT4 sibling, the GTS features steering response that’s a top-shelf lesson in basic physics; low weight, low CG, and having all the weight centered between the axles makes for an authentically engaging experience.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Also, Froedtert's birth center, located within the neighboring Children's hospital, is expanding.
—Sarah Volpenhein, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Pathak said this floor also houses UHealth’s largest cancer support care and survivorship resource center, which offers cancer patients a variety of services, including acupuncture, massage, wig try-ons and psychology services.
—Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
Some sprawl out behind elaborate ceremonial gates, while others quietly integrate with the urban fabric; some are significantly pedestrianized, while others center on major intersections.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
While not tack-sharp like its GT4 sibling, the GTS features steering response that’s a top-shelf lesson in basic physics; low weight, low CG, and having all the weight centered between the axles makes for an authentically engaging experience.
—Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for center
Noun
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From Hollywood soundstages to Paris runways and Brooklyn’s creative hubs, Black excellence continued to shine brightly—proving that no matter the city or season, culture never takes a day off.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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How to Get There The main air hub in the Maldives is Velana International Airport (MLE), located on the capital island of Malé.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Snell deftly avoided the middle of the strike zone and had the Phillies off balance all night.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Towards the middle of the month, Venus will highlight friendships and social circles, blurring the line between platonic and romantic — a crush could suddenly feel more significant.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The bombshell case was later consolidated as part of a $400 million lawsuit against The New York Times, Lively and the actress' husband Ryan Reynolds.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Republicans quickly consolidated Democrats, Antifa, and trans people into one radical enemy.—
Grace Byron,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As Houston started focusing more on eliminating shots around the basket, Atlanta swung the ball around the perimeter and created easy 3-point looks that drew frustrated timeouts from Udoka on multiple occasions.—
William Guillory,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Laura Trujillo is a national columnist focusing on health and wellness.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors argued that Rocha knowingly and deliberately shot and killed Vasquez on July 19, 2022, in the closing arguments of the capital murder trial for Rocha.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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In this century’s first two decades, the city had become America’s most relevant and talked-about dining capital — fueled by affordable commercial rents, innovative talent and its access to choice ingredients from local purveyors.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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And in the midst of this tragedy, God is present.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium undergoing renovations Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, where the Memphis Tigers play their home football games, is in the midst of a $220 million renovation.—
John Beifuss,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After his extensive worldwide tour in 2024, Combs has concentrated on playing festivals this year and is the first country artist to headline both Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
6 Oct. 2025
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Ferrari said concentrating tests on the track will move activity off public roads and ease local traffic problems.—
Laura Contemori,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Realistic set-ups, like a hospital bed complete with IV and an operating room laid out with special lighting and equipment, turn imaginative play into a storytelling mecca.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Madison Avenue, a mecca for upscale designer boutiques and art galleries, is a five-minute walk.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Center.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/center. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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