as in squeezing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing
the compacting of wool fibers into felt
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as in consolidating
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 compressing
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 Synonyms for compacting
Verb
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Field commissioned the report ahead of the possibility of consolidating the department’s services at either its headquarters at the town’s civic center or the police operations center on Los Gatos Boulevard.—
Isha Trivedi,
The Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2024 -
The film Barbie, released in 2023 starring Margot Robbie, also featured a pair of pink Birkenstock Arizona sandals, consolidating its cool status.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes,
29 Dec. 2024
Noun
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End-stage prostate cancer may spread to the spine, causing compression of the nerves that affect the limbs.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
3 Aug. 2025
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After Smith, a former lifeguard for the city, performed chest compressions, the 25-year-old was transported to a local hospital and is expected to fully recover, CBS News reported.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This led to an explosion of technology development and, with funding concentrating on a smaller number of startups, set the playing field for 2025.—
Jeff Mahler,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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To enhance your memory, begin by concentrating on one task at a time.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Mark is reintegrating, merging the memories of his innie and his outie.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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As a chef, she’s taken this timeless dinner combination to new heights by merging it with her love of music.—
Jessica Fields,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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As the air rises and cools, water vapor condenses into a cumulus-type cloud, with smoke, ash, and vapor particles acting as condensation nuclei, according to an explainer on NASA’s website exploring their evolution.—
Brandi D. Addison,
AZCentral.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Now it's completed, testing will continue for condensation, insulation performance and other concerns such as longevity, using integrated sensors.—
Adam Williams
July 25,
New Atlas,
25 July 2025
Verb
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This involves integrating generative AI with robotics for battle damage assessment operations.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Apr. 2025
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Since studios and media companies began integrating AI into their operations, there has been pushback from consumers and those working in Hollywood about how the emerging technology will be used in pre- and post-production.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Subsidence can also be caused by natural events like earthquakes, sinkholes, erosion, soil compaction and more, according to the National Ocean Association.—
Allison Kiehl,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Wet soil is also prone to compaction from the weight of the mower, which may leave ruts in the yard.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
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Fed’s dilemma: inflation, growth, and political pressure This squeeze comes at a time when the Federal Reserve is under immense political pressure to lower interest rates, with President Trump and his allies calling for easier money to offset the effects of new tariffs and support flagging markets.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
4 Aug. 2025
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My recipe became potatoes, dressed not only with salt and pepper while still a little warm, but also a drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil and squeeze of lemon juice.—
Anne Byrn,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Compacting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compacting. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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