as in cabinets
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 comforts
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 consoles
Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
From small kitchen appliances to gaming consoles, some devices continue to draw power even when they are turned off, often increasing your electricity bill.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Sony is going to stop offering many of its popular games on PCs in a bid to boost sales of its PlayStation consoles.
—Lucas Shaw, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
Six years later, the sixth generation of consoles ushered in unprecedented CD audio sound technology, a far cry from the 64kb of space on SNES cartridges.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
In 2026, there’s even rebounding interest in retro items that aren’t even on production lines anymore, from vintage gaming consoles to iPods.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
As demand has skyrocketed, the world’s largest memory chip manufacturers in Asia have pivoted to supplying the AI industry, leaving little left for consumer electronics like laptops, gaming consoles and phones.
—Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
That has constrained supply for consumer electronics such as smartphones and personal computers, as well as gaming consoles.
—Deborah Sophia, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The commitment to current-gen consoles and beefy PC hardware should also translate into more chaotic shootouts and complex levels.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Jason Getz, AJC.com, 27 Feb. 2026
John’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to Mayfair in Part 2, develops a friendship with Francesca and consoles her after John’s death.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Back at the cooking lesson, Meredith eventually joins them, but is so in a huff that even their instructor, Giovanni, takes notice and consoles her.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2025
Gerard Powers consoles his 10-year-old stepson who is lying on the couch on board a cruise ship.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
The stock has struggled amid rising concerns about the surging cost of memory that goes into the company's consoles, and whether a potential rise in prices could impact margins or demand.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
From small kitchen appliances to gaming consoles, some devices continue to draw power even when they are turned off, often increasing your electricity bill.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Sony is going to stop offering many of its popular games on PCs in a bid to boost sales of its PlayStation consoles.
—Lucas Shaw, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
Six years later, the sixth generation of consoles ushered in unprecedented CD audio sound technology, a far cry from the 64kb of space on SNES cartridges.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
In 2026, there’s even rebounding interest in retro items that aren’t even on production lines anymore, from vintage gaming consoles to iPods.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
As demand has skyrocketed, the world’s largest memory chip manufacturers in Asia have pivoted to supplying the AI industry, leaving little left for consumer electronics like laptops, gaming consoles and phones.
—Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
That has constrained supply for consumer electronics such as smartphones and personal computers, as well as gaming consoles.
—Deborah Sophia, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The commitment to current-gen consoles and beefy PC hardware should also translate into more chaotic shootouts and complex levels.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
Greta consoles her sister after Nora lost in her final match.
—Jason Getz, AJC.com, 27 Feb. 2026
John’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to Mayfair in Part 2, develops a friendship with Francesca and consoles her after John’s death.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Back at the cooking lesson, Meredith eventually joins them, but is so in a huff that even their instructor, Giovanni, takes notice and consoles her.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2025
Gerard Powers consoles his 10-year-old stepson who is lying on the couch on board a cruise ship.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consoles
Noun
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The security service said the two people set fire to the train and some railway relay cabinets — boxes that contain equipment to control train movements — and also filmed the attack.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Whereas there was a time in recent years when open shelving pretty much erased all upper cabinets, that's not how they're used in modern trends.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The nurturing Moon comforts therapeutic Chiron, brightening your 5th House of Amusement — this is your moment to attempt a new way of expressing yourself without judging yourself.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
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Trump has a video conference with French First Lady Brigitte Macron to discuss initiatives to end cyberbullying, meets with Queen Rania of Jordan to discuss helping foster children and comforts former Hamas hostage Aviva Siegel.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Makes sure all food on counters or in cupboards is stored in airtight food storage containers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Your sign’s characteristic inventiveness thrives here, so you might be inspired to start DIY projects or rearrange your cupboards.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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All the used books at The Reading Room are $8, an uncomplicated pricing system that assures that everything is a fair price and means that, with some searching, patrons may stumble upon a great deal.—
Margaret Littman,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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The heat all but assures that Colorado and Utah will have their lowest snowpack on record.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Members’ lockers line the winding back hallway.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2026
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Devices must be turned off and stored in lockers or pouches for the entire school day.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Porcelain tile also offers long-term durability, which reassures buyers.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
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Structure helps families know what a successful relationship looks like and reassures parents that boundaries will be honored.—
Halona Black,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In addition, there are two walk-in closets.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the relatable thought of two of the best golfers in the world staring at their closets, wondering what to put on before a tee time, there’s a lot of earnings potential coming out of Fleetwood’s and Thomas’s situations.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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All told, this is a hotel that cossets and soothes in quiet ways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Consoles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consoles. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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