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as in to condense
to increase the strength of (a substance in a mixture) by removing other substances
prolonged boiling is required to concentrate the sap when making maple syrup
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2
as in to focus
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
a president who will try to concentrate public attention on the problems of inner cities
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as in to consolidate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
time to concentrate our efforts on the really important problems that confront us
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as in to collect
to bring together in one body or place
concentrate your forces on the right side of the battlefield
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as in to gather
to come together into one body or place
recent immigrants tend to concentrate in port cities
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as in to accumulate
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
the ozone layer is concentrated 20 to 30 miles above the Earth's surface
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Recent Examples of concentrate
Praise for Trump’s tariff policy has been largely concentrated among his Cabinet members and other courtiers.
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
Symptoms of anxiety include feeling restless, irritable, agitated or on edge; getting tired easily; and having muscle tension or trouble concentrating or sleeping.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
However, after concentrating on attacking areas in last summer’s big splash on nine new signings, an injection of pace at the other end will assist Hurzeler’s desire to defend with a high line.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Instead of concentrating solely on strategies to achieve your goals, focus on what your ideal mental space will look like when these changes occur.
—Essence, 1 May 2025
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
Symptoms of anxiety include feeling restless, irritable, agitated or on edge; getting tired easily; and having muscle tension or trouble concentrating or sleeping.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
However, after concentrating on attacking areas in last summer’s big splash on nine new signings, an injection of pace at the other end will assist Hurzeler’s desire to defend with a high line.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Instead of concentrating solely on strategies to achieve your goals, focus on what your ideal mental space will look like when these changes occur.
—Essence, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concentrate
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This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Michael Cuby,
Them.,
14 May 2025
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This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Jessica DuLong,
CNN Money,
12 May 2025
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Federal funding cuts to community groups that support apprenticeship programs for women, including those focused on anti-harassment training and transportation assistance, have created uncertainty for organizations like Chicago Women in Trades.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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On Monday evening, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi seemed to rule out the possibility of discussions on the water treaty, saying any talks with Pakistan would focus only on Kashmir and terrorism.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
12 May 2025
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Three cases were consolidated by the Supreme Court for the oral arguments.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The latest unrest in Libya’s capital could consolidate the power of Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah, prime minister of the divided country’s Government of National Unity (GNU) and an ally of Turkey.—
29 AM EDT, Wed May 14,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Sightings for the study were collected across an area extending from Queensland down to Tasmania and across to New Zealand’s South Island.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Given Brady’s love for collecting as well as his own treasure trove of personal items, the seven-time Super Bowl winning quarterback jumped at the idea of working with Gray, his friend for more than a decade, to put the idea in motion.—
Larry Holder,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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During the current Nile Conference, the team has organised watch parties in Nairobi for every game, creating communal spaces for fans to gather, celebrate, and share in the excitement of the team’s historic debut in the continental championship.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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While many stay over open water, others can gather steam and track toward the Caribbean, Florida or the Carolinas.—
Colin Zarzycki,
The Conversation,
22 May 2025
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Evidence is also accumulating that the microplastic bits now found everywhere in our environment – from Antarctica to the Amazon – are invading our bodies and have been implicated in everything from heart disease to infertility.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Over time, lint and debris accumulate in the hose, blocking airflow and, worse, becoming a fire hazard, so cleaning the vent out regularly is essential.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
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An estimate from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office said the proposals would reduce the number of people with health care by at least 7.6 million from the Medicaid changes, and possibly more with other changes to the Affordable Care Act.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Another question has to do with the probiotics themselves: Can all probiotic supplements reduce negative feelings, or is there something specific about these nine bacteria included in the study?—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
16 May 2025
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The New Reality of AI in the Workplace Today, many AI tools are integrated straight into almost every SaaS application.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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This transition to renewable energy not only supports our broader decarbonization goals but also reinforces our dedication to integrating sustainable practices into the core of our operations.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
12 May 2025
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“Concentrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concentrate. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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