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
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
That meant Xbox was trailing both PlayStation and Nintendo (whose Switch reigned as current king of the consoles).
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Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Among other gadget makers, Sony and Microsoft have increased the prices of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles multiple times over the last year.
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James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
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Noun
Samsung TVs in living rooms around the world will feature Supergirl imagery which can be downloaded from via each console’s art store.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
That meant Xbox was trailing both PlayStation and Nintendo (whose Switch reigned as current king of the consoles).
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Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
Verb
The outlet reported family members were seen embracing and consoling one another.
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Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Among other gadget makers, Sony and Microsoft have increased the prices of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles multiple times over the last year.
—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
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The Laneige Lip Sleeping mask is one of my medicine cabinet staples.
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While Korean skincare has slowly but surely taken over our medicine cabinets, Korean makeup is starting to make its way into the rest of our routine.
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The result is a menu that feels familiar and comforting in some moments, while surprising and playful in others.
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The monstrous entity that invades their little circle tests that comforting intimacy.
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The small kitchen retains its midcentury charm, but open shelving above the counter provides an airier, more contemporary cupboard to show off Miranda-Martin’s dish and glassware collection.
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Kamal used to keep pickles, olive oil and other spices in a cupboard.
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Ghosn’s name screamed out by shareholder As Nissan executives attempted to reassure investors that the company's latest turnaround plan would restore profitability, frustration boiled over inside the meeting hall.
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That reassured them that the benefits could outweigh the costs, even for much bigger graphs.
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The training center could be 6,000 square feet with office space, lockers, restrooms and showers, equipment storage and repair space, and indoor putting and simulation areas.
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Chicago Cubs major-league coach Jonathan Mota sat at Moisés Ballesteros’ locker Wednesday night and tried to help the youngster process the tough news.
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Austria, meanwhile, would all but assure itself of a spot in the knockout round with a point.
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The win assured the United States would win Group D and eliminated Turkey from any chance of advancing to the knockout round with its second straight loss.
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There's also a walk-in pantry, a laundry closet with appliances, and a powder room featuring a custom pedestal vanity.
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Other pleasures are the fireplaces in the bedroom and living room (one wood burning, one decorative), original crown moldings, and the in-unit washer-dryer combo tucked away in a closet.
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Better yet, soothing ingredients like chamomile flower water and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid keep skin feeling comfortable, so your complexion looks fresh—not overly matte.
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The hummingbird rain chain creates a soothing soundtrack on rainy days and makes a beautiful addition to a front porch.
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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