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as in hubs
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 middles
an area or point that is an equal distance from all points along an edge or outer surface
the center of the earth
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as in consolidates
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 focuses
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 centers
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
There will also be cooling centers available in the city, Cook County, and the surrounding counties.
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Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
From its iconic skyline featuring the CN Tower to its significant financial, cultural and sporting influence, Toronto is one of North America’s most dynamic urban centers.
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Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Much of the work centers on miniaturizing the detection zone.
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Lucy Glynn,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Many residents have opposed the data centers.
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Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
Earlier this month, residents of Monterey Park voted overwhelmingly to ban data centers, making the San Gabriel Valley city the first in the nation to do so by public vote.
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Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Compared to these significant costs, the benefits from hosting large-scale data centers are limited, which is why 500 small businesses statewide joined the call for a moratorium.
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Liz Krueger,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
The series centers on Whit Lancaster, played by Pablo Kaestli, and Summer Savage, played by Kirby Elwood, who become entangled in a volatile dynamic of power and desire.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 June 2026
The conversation around inflation often centers on whether prices are rising or falling.
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Richard Fowler,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The story centers around friends Evelyn Couch and Ninny Threadgoode, who recounts stories about her past, primarily about Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison, who run the Whistle Stop Café.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Hayslett’s character Fatima is the lead character, Andi’s assistant, and partner of Zac (Devale Ellis), her co-lead in Zatima, which centers on their relationship.
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Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
Today, the company centers its strategy on three pillars—architecting modern markets, powering the innovation economy, and building trust across the financial system—and Youngwood argues AI sits at the core of all three.
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Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
This usually centers on the likes of Jefferson and his local, agrarian ideal; James Madison and his counterbalancing factions; Alexander Hamilton and his distrust of the common people.
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Jesse Wegman,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2026
When Industry premiered during the thick of the pandemic, in November 2020, critics swiftly jumped on board — but audiences were slower to find the thrilling drama, which centers on ambitious young graduates navigating their new life in a cutthroat London investment bank.
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David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
Noun
What were once more modest spaces offering massages and other select services have grown into comprehensive wellness centers, offering a vast array of options for guests seeking pampering and self-care.
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Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
There will also be cooling centers available in the city, Cook County, and the surrounding counties.
—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
From its iconic skyline featuring the CN Tower to its significant financial, cultural and sporting influence, Toronto is one of North America’s most dynamic urban centers.
—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Much of the work centers on miniaturizing the detection zone.
—
Lucy Glynn,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Many residents have opposed the data centers.
—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
27 June 2026
Earlier this month, residents of Monterey Park voted overwhelmingly to ban data centers, making the San Gabriel Valley city the first in the nation to do so by public vote.
—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Compared to these significant costs, the benefits from hosting large-scale data centers are limited, which is why 500 small businesses statewide joined the call for a moratorium.
—
Liz Krueger,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
Verb
Representing Daniell, attorney Chris Timmons said the lawsuit centers on what his client alleges was a fraudulent transfer of the property's ownership.
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Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
The series centers on Whit Lancaster, played by Pablo Kaestli, and Summer Savage, played by Kirby Elwood, who become entangled in a volatile dynamic of power and desire.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 June 2026
The conversation around inflation often centers on whether prices are rising or falling.
—
Richard Fowler,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The story centers around friends Evelyn Couch and Ninny Threadgoode, who recounts stories about her past, primarily about Idgie Threadgoode and Ruth Jamison, who run the Whistle Stop Café.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
Hayslett’s character Fatima is the lead character, Andi’s assistant, and partner of Zac (Devale Ellis), her co-lead in Zatima, which centers on their relationship.
—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
Today, the company centers its strategy on three pillars—architecting modern markets, powering the innovation economy, and building trust across the financial system—and Youngwood argues AI sits at the core of all three.
—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
This usually centers on the likes of Jefferson and his local, agrarian ideal; James Madison and his counterbalancing factions; Alexander Hamilton and his distrust of the common people.
—
Jesse Wegman,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2026
When Industry premiered during the thick of the pandemic, in November 2020, critics swiftly jumped on board — but audiences were slower to find the thrilling drama, which centers on ambitious young graduates navigating their new life in a cutthroat London investment bank.
—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centers
Noun
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On Saturday, Italy’s health ministry said 18 cities — including the most popular tourism hubs like Venice, Florence, Bologna and Milan — were on red alert due to danger posed by the high temperatures.
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On Saturday, Italy’s Health Ministry said 18 cities — including the most popular tourism hubs such as Venice, Florence, Bologna and Milan — were on red alert due to danger posed by the high temperatures.
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Point Loma’s middles dominated, with 6-foot-5 Trevor Rutt and 6-4 Waylon Lundeen taking advantage of the undersized Cardinals.
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Senior middles Cooper Riedl and Aiden Schindler added three kills apiece for the Knights (7-1).
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Codify a rule stating that when an issuer deletes or consolidates a narrative risk factor to make room for precise financial mapping, that cleanup cannot be introduced as evidence of a material omission.
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Our favorite newcomer is from Elevate Jet, which consolidates sourcing, pricing, and booking.
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The Texas report focuses on public institutions.
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But, putting a fifth megacap in the Dow to join Apple , Amazon , Nvidia , and Microsoft does serve as a zeitgeist moment for the market, as much of the Wall Street coverage outside financial media focuses on the Dow.
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Protests from Washington and other capitals didn’t slow China’s island buildup, and Beijing has learned from that experience, Powell said.
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Between capitals, the ship glides through Austria’s wine country, with family winery visits and Melk Abbey structuring the scenic stretches.
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The rail mounts on the frame can be locked at several different heights, while the mat’s rail is fixed at the midpoints of its left and right edges.
Verb
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But unlike a dual-class listing that concentrates power and eliminates accountability, these models distribute power and build accountability in a way that is predictable for shareholders – exactly as public companies were initially designed.
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For example, drought often concentrates elephants around water and food sources, such as watering holes, where those sick or weakened by starvation are more likely to succumb to the harsh weather conditions, poor water quality, or predators who have taken notice of the herd’s behavior.
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The fest is becoming a beacon for those who still pine for former jam meccas like Gathering of the Vibes, Wakarusa, Rothbury, and 10,000 Lakes.
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With one day left to declare candidacy in the race for Los Angeles mayor, all eyes are on Rick Caruso, the billionaire developer behind outdoor shopping meccas like The Grove.
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