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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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
Instead, use a single large travel backpack with ample pockets to consolidate everything into one, easy-to-manage item.
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Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
In December 2024, Saks Global purchased the Neiman Marcus Group and proceeded to consolidate the Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue buying teams into one, while the Bergdorf Goodman buying team remains separate.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026
In Chicago alone, a handful of breweries have closed or consolidated in recent years, including Metropolitan Brewing, Revolution Brewing Brewpub and Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The report says relocation could lower expenses, consolidate offices and make better use of city property.
—Dallas Morning News, 20 Feb. 2026
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Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
In December 2024, Saks Global purchased the Neiman Marcus Group and proceeded to consolidate the Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue buying teams into one, while the Bergdorf Goodman buying team remains separate.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 20 Feb. 2026
In Chicago alone, a handful of breweries have closed or consolidated in recent years, including Metropolitan Brewing, Revolution Brewing Brewpub and Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The report says relocation could lower expenses, consolidate offices and make better use of city property.
—Dallas Morning News, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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Research shows that people who skip a morning meal may be more likely to feel tired and have trouble concentrating during the day.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Eau de toilettes typically fall in the 7 to 12% range, eau de parfums land around 15 to 20%, and concentrates (also known as extraits) can reach 22 to 30%.—
Allure,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2026
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Crisis intensifies Fuel shortages and blackouts have been intensifying in Cuba this month as the nation struggles to import oil for its power plants and refineries.—
Andrea Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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NextGen research robot The PM01 is a compact humanoid robot designed for researchers seeking to integrate human-like capabilities with advanced robotics.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Tyersall-Gallop core is integrated into the park’s existing rainforest and the Bukit Timah core is home to a children's garden complete with treehouses, a suspension bridge, and farm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The best eyebrow pencils can help enhance your makeup look by framing your features.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
20 Feb. 2026
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The trilayer device design also helped the researchers develop a model for their observations and further enhance power output by tweaking salt concentrations and nanopillar structures.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Over long periods of time, and sometimes very long periods of time, their orbits will decay, and the two components will inspiral and eventually merge.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clearer information on the strength, track, and timeline of the storm will become more available later today into Friday as computer models are able to better sample the pieces of energy that will merge into this developing coastal storm.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Lopez’s remarks underscore the deepening rift with the union and charter advocates.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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Lula arrived in India for a state visit on Wednesday that will last through to Sunday, seeking to deepen ties with India which, like Brazil, is a founding member of the BRICS+ bloc of developing nations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The CivxNow Coalition, a project of iCivics, convenes a national coalition of 415 member organizations united behind the goal of ensuring universal access to a high-quality civic education for all K-12 students.—
Erin Carlson Mast,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Loro Piana Royal Lightness fabric unites Mulberry Silk and the finest cashmere.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Duffy said the registration system and requirements for trucking companies will be strengthened while Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspectors conduct more spot checks of trucks and commercial driver's license schools.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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His addition also heralded the dawning of an era in which LACMA actively sought to strengthen its connections with the entertainment world.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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