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as in consolidated
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
the media giant decided to compact all of its far-flung operations onto a single site
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as in condensed
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
compact the snow into a tight ball for throwing
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Recent Examples of compacted
Ryan Brennan
may 1,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
Simply watering it from the top won’t be enough, as the dry and compacted soil won’t be able to absorb the water properly.
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Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
Aerate and immediately water lawns that are compacted, hard to wet or have nematode problems.
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Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
If the soil becomes compacted over time, simply work it to a shallower depth of 4 to 8 inches before applying your annual application of compost or mulch.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
Why Soil Becomes Compacted Soil can become compacted for a handful of reasons.
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Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
According to the study, the United States west of the Mississippi River experienced some of the world's highest levels of rain consolidation, with yearly rainfall for the Rocky Mountains becoming 20% more compacted into heavier downpours.
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Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
The Forum stage appeared considerably small for such a sizable venue (it should be noted that the venue itself was compacted as the upper terrace was closed off), and the only bells and whistles were plumes of smoke and a screen-and-light setup.
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Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
National Geographic notes that dandelion roots can loosen compacted ground, improving aeration and reducing erosion.
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Ryan Brennan
may 1,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
Verb
Our pros say that mulch can become compacted over time, which is what causes the chips to lose their moisture retention and other benefits.
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Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
Simply watering it from the top won’t be enough, as the dry and compacted soil won’t be able to absorb the water properly.
—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
Aerate and immediately water lawns that are compacted, hard to wet or have nematode problems.
—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
If the soil becomes compacted over time, simply work it to a shallower depth of 4 to 8 inches before applying your annual application of compost or mulch.
—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
Why Soil Becomes Compacted Soil can become compacted for a handful of reasons.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
According to the study, the United States west of the Mississippi River experienced some of the world's highest levels of rain consolidation, with yearly rainfall for the Rocky Mountains becoming 20% more compacted into heavier downpours.
—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
The Forum stage appeared considerably small for such a sizable venue (it should be noted that the venue itself was compacted as the upper terrace was closed off), and the only bells and whistles were plumes of smoke and a screen-and-light setup.
—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compacted
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With harvest windows more compressed, the freshness once taken for granted has to be defended more rigorously.
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Yes, there are similarities between two workplace series where a season takes place over a compressed period of time.
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In the 2000s, Bloomberg consolidated the various agencies into a one-stop shop for navigating city government.
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The lawsuits were consolidated into one suit in January 2025.
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This interview has been edited and condensed.
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This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity.
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Kimberli Pierce said her husband came home a hardened man.
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Strong integrity, without humility or collaboration, becomes rigidity—as seen in Steve Jobs, whose candor fueled innovation but hardened relationships.
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If those areas are concentrated, then a human-in-the-loop guardrail may be appropriate.
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This year Qualcomm’s gains have lagged a general rally by chip stocks as investors concentrated on names more closely associated with spending on AI components.
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Fragments recovered from an indurated limestone statue of Hatshepsut.
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The structural glazing is cleverly integrated into the hull and superstructure, with each pane of glass uniquely shaped and tinted to blend seamlessly with the steel and aluminum.
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After President Harry Truman integrated our military in 1948, the Army tried the color-blind approach.
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Best steam cleaners This compact cleaner can easily clean hard-to-reach areas, thanks to its 15-foot cord and 9-foot hose.
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This top-selling belt bag is compact yet roomy enough for a wallet, keys, and even a Kindle Paperwhite, according to one five-star reviewer.
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“Compacted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compacted. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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