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
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2026
Don’t forget to dust and wipe any electronics like the TV screen, game console, remote control, and more with a microfiber cloth.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Christina Hall, Freep.com, 21 Nov. 2025
An airport-style metal detector opened onto an intake counter, a security guard station, and a few dozen chairs, occupied by people dozing or staring ahead or attempting to console their crying baby while waiting for their name to be called.
—CBS News, 14 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The shop found success selling games, accessories and consoles for the Atari 2600.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2026
Don’t forget to dust and wipe any electronics like the TV screen, game console, remote control, and more with a microfiber cloth.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
Then, another alert female shopper took over CPR so Simon's mother could console Simon.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 21 Nov. 2025
An airport-style metal detector opened onto an intake counter, a security guard station, and a few dozen chairs, occupied by people dozing or staring ahead or attempting to console their crying baby while waiting for their name to be called.
—CBS News, 14 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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The best part about china cabinets, though?—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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If one of your resolutions is to cut down on clutter, grab this shoe storage cabinet that holds up to 16 pairs and seamlessly blends in with your other pieces.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This is a foolproof and comforting chicken soup.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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Located in the heart of downtown, this small American bistro serves an extensive menu of comforting American fare.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The burger was never refrigerated and spent most of its life in cupboards, garbage bags and sheds.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Clean out food storage containers with hot water and soap, and vacuum or scrub your cupboards.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Pakistani officials - including the country's federal health minister, Mustafa Kamal - tried to reassure the public by arranging for public vaccination of their own daughters.—
NPR,
NPR,
9 Nov. 2025
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Still, the majority of commenters reassured him that his request is reasonable.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Kendricks spoke Wednesday at his locker directly across from Fred Warner, the four-time All-Pro who sustained a right-ankle fracture three months ago and is working toward an improbable comeback should the 49ers reach the NFC Championship round.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Some Georgia districts are already using locking pouches, but schools could also just tell students to leave their phone in their locker, to turn them in to a teacher, or disable them using an online application.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Taking the podium, Jaramillo humbly thanked Hudak and his fellow officers for their support and Mayor Vince Lago praised Jaramillo, saying the city was blessed to have him and assured him that Coral Gables would always stand behind him.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Rest assured, Griffiths has always collected his full salary.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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After that day, when I was given the book which promised to answer all of my bloody questions—my long-suffering American Girl doll went into the closet.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Zeagoo Long-sleeve Button-down Shirt Every closet needs a crisp button-down, and this one balances classic tailoring with endless versatility.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Why not start things off by repainting the living room—there are many shades that designers absolutely love for their soothing factor.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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Entering a bedroom that’s painted a light blue color feels soothing and relaxing; a bathroom that’s a soft shade of green is pleasant to bathe in.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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