1
as in to concentrate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division
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Recent Examples of consolidate
The temporary measure would allow carriers to consolidate schedules on routes with multiple flights to the same destination on the same day.
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Ian King, CNBC, 6 May 2026
Southern states sought to reshape their electoral systems – through poll taxes, literacy tests and districting – to consolidate political control for white supremacist politicians.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
The program is meant to optimize the transit network by consolidating duplicative routes and increasing service and frequency on corridors with high ridership.
—Joshua Ceballos, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
He's also raised fears with a proposal to consolidate or close public universities in the state.
—Karen Kasler, NPR, 5 May 2026
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Ian King, CNBC, 6 May 2026
Southern states sought to reshape their electoral systems – through poll taxes, literacy tests and districting – to consolidate political control for white supremacist politicians.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
The program is meant to optimize the transit network by consolidating duplicative routes and increasing service and frequency on corridors with high ridership.
—Joshua Ceballos, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
He's also raised fears with a proposal to consolidate or close public universities in the state.
—Karen Kasler, NPR, 5 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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In all, six of the seven most dangerous states are concentrated in the South and Mountain-West regions.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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The workers getting squeezed today are concentrated in a particular kind of role, at a particular kind of company, in a particular geography.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The shooting has also intensified calls by conservatives to fully fund DHS through a single bill — blaming Democrats for the shutdown and arguing that splitting apart ICE and Border Patrol funding will only give the minority party leverage.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
28 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the slight thaw suggests a more modest agenda that the countries should now pursue, one that acknowledges that tensions between them over fundamental issues — trade, technology, global status — are more likely to intensify than abate.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Concerns about artificial intelligence replacing human workers have simmered over the past year as companies slash headcounts, AI models grow more capable of office work and businesses integrate AI more deeply into their operations.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Their designs integrate modesty as a core aesthetic principle rather than a constraint, resulting in garments that feel intentional and elegant.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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The new thermal insulation material improves upon aerogel by enhancing its mechanical properties while maintaining moisture permeability and quick-drying performance.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Saudi Aramco’s new supercomputer, meant to accelerate the search for new oil and gas deposits and enhance output from existing fields, costs $373 million.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
7 May 2026
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Best Walking Shoes for Women to Buy Online Nike’s V5 RNR will be a stellar addition to your rotation, merging an affordable price point with a top-tier, mixed-media composition.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The Traitors’ distributor All3Media International is about to merge with Banijay, with the K7 report revealing the pair combined will occupy around 30% of the formats market, bringing together shows including MasterChef, Survivor, Lego Masters and Race Across the World.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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The story attracted her first, a heartwarming narrative about an aquarium cleaner (Field) who looks after a giant Pacific octopus (voiced by Alfred Molina) and the young drifter (Lewis Pullman) who deepens both their lives while doing his own soul-searching.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Just Women’s Sports Named WNBA Emerging Media Partner Just Women’s Sports has been named an Emerging Media Partner of the WNBA ahead of the 2026 season, deepening its investment in women’s basketball.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
8 May 2026
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In a hall occasionally pierced by air-raid sirens warning of Russian strikes, the event has united Ukraine’s most prominent galleries, artists, collectors, and cultural institutions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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The feature written and directed by Zachary Derek follows three unlikely heroes in the medieval kingdom of Northumbria who must unite to stop a royal conspiracy.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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Kennedy said removing tariffs would reduce friction for importers, distributors and independent bottlers sourcing stock from Scotland, while also strengthening long-term confidence across the industry.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
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Our task is to rebuild and to strengthen the rule of law, the checks and balances.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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