as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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Recent Examples of console
Morgan Severson, CNN Money, 11 June 2025
When the system, Nintendo’s first new console in eight years, was first announced with its $450-price tag, players pushed back, but Nintendo held firm on the cost amid tariffs and even increased the price of some of the system’s accessories.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 11 June 2025
Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 30 May 2025
Jennings immediately held news conferences to update the public on what happened and was tasked with helping console the families of those who died.
—Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 26 May 2025
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Noun
Nintendo says the Switch 2 hit the highest global sales of any of its consoles in the first few days of its release.
—Morgan Severson, CNN Money, 11 June 2025
When the system, Nintendo’s first new console in eight years, was first announced with its $450-price tag, players pushed back, but Nintendo held firm on the cost amid tariffs and even increased the price of some of the system’s accessories.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 11 June 2025
Verb
Deborah consoles herself with swag from a touristy souvenir shop.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 30 May 2025
Jennings immediately held news conferences to update the public on what happened and was tasked with helping console the families of those who died.
—Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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Their culture of consistent excellence has earned the airline a cabinet full of industry awards that other carriers can only dream of.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 June 2025
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One of the elders rose from the church’s woven mats, walked to a small cabinet of lacquered wood, lifted its lid, and produced a large Israeli flag: this was the messenger’s gift.—
Pete McKenzie,
Harpers Magazine,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo put his arm around Marte during a pitching change in the bottom of the seventh inning in an effort to comfort the two-time All Star.—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2025
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Sadie Robertson, who is expecting her third baby with her husband Christian Huff, further comforted her sister on the podcast.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2025
Noun
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The Heat typically would open the cupboard and offer most of its top assets for superstars who are younger.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2025
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On the other side of the diamond, Cherry Creek graduates a pivotal group of seniors, but the cupboard always seems to restock in Greenwood Village.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
31 May 2025
Verb
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The video was met with a positive response though as other moms online sought to reassure her.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Combine this with reassuring words about your support system.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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The interior key chain can be used to hold the key to your room or locker, and the clip-on wristlet strap can be attached to your day bag or carry-on.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2025
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And during his solo moments at his locker before and after home games, Haliburton is reminded of beginnings and endings.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Invariably, a huge tomato graced the cover, assuring frost-weary householders with the promise of summer.—
Danny Heitman,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 June 2025
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However, she was assured that everything would be safe.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
17 June 2025
Noun
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There was Patrick, 35, a gay man raised in Staten Island who had recently rediscovered old home videos of him performing in drag as a young boy before years in the closet robbed him of this confidence.—
David Mack,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
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Check for signs of eggs and larvae in your carpet, upholstery, and closets.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
Verb
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Great as a hostess or housewarming gift, the soap works even better when taking the form of a self-care purchase that will soothe your skin with shea butter.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
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But for some people prolonged rest can seriously put their spine through the wringer, causing a painful stiffness that only movement can soothe.—
Katie Camero,
SELF,
20 June 2025
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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