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
Hardliners appeared to consolidate power in Iran as a result of US and Israeli air strikes, with experts fearing restrictions on dissent could be even harsher.
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Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Now, his figure has a highly contemporary relevance as extreme right party Vox has consolidated as Spain’s third most voted political force.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
China is using time to consolidate.
—Ram Charan, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Still, Stratton and Pritzker may have some work ahead to consolidate support among Black voters, both in Illinois and nationally, after some of Kelly’s supporters in the Congressional Black Caucus criticized the governor for heavy-handed involvement on behalf of his former running mate.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
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Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Now, his figure has a highly contemporary relevance as extreme right party Vox has consolidated as Spain’s third most voted political force.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
China is using time to consolidate.
—Ram Charan, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Still, Stratton and Pritzker may have some work ahead to consolidate support among Black voters, both in Illinois and nationally, after some of Kelly’s supporters in the Congressional Black Caucus criticized the governor for heavy-handed involvement on behalf of his former running mate.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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Gradually drizzle ¼ cup egg mixture into broth, concentrating in a single area; repeat with remaining egg mixture in ¼-cupfuls in different areas.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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The experience incorporates Oskia skin care in a harmonious, sleep-enhancing ritual concentrated on the face, back, shoulders and scalp for children 8 and older.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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Comparisons to the build-up to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis are now intensifying as concerns over underlying loan quality grow.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
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As his erratic behavior intensified, so did her drug abuse.—
Pamela Colloff,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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Terafab is designed to produce up to one trillion watts of compute annually, integrating logic, memory, and advanced packaging in a single facility.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Mar. 2026
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But the sleeping area is the room most loved by the owners—the bespoke headboard serves as a storage element integrated into the closet.—
Ludovica Stevan,
Architectural Digest,
22 Mar. 2026
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There are eight valid reasons to rename a street, including honoring a person and enhancing a neighborhood through the association of a street name with its location, area characteristics, and history.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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But that 34-day war only further enhanced Hezbollah’s position in Lebanon as a powerful armed militia, operating outside of government reach while at the same time — particularly since 2008 – actually being part of the government and having effective control over it.—
Asher Kaufman,
The Conversation,
20 Mar. 2026
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The administration also eliminated the dedicated Iran office, merging it with the Iraq office.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
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In the desire to close a transaction, merging parties may be more willing to come to the table.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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During the next two years, Pahlavi expanded his operation and deepened his ties with Israel.—
Azadeh Moaveni,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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The market's losses deepened after oil prices erased an early dip and accelerated in the afternoon.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
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Grégoire, who led a list uniting the traditional left, the Greens and the Communists, claimed victory after estimates based on partial results placed him well ahead of conservative rival Rachida Dati, who acknowledged defeat.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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There is no warp drive, no faster-than-light travel, no planetwide organization united behind the single purpose of exploring the stars.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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Moreover, such an action risks preventing favorable conditions for a historic dialogue between the governments of the two countries, which are both united by a desire to disarm Hezbollah and strengthen Lebanon’s state capacities.—
Asher Kaufman,
The Conversation,
20 Mar. 2026
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Dallas police said in a statement the funding would strengthen security operations and bolster the department’s ability to protect residents and visitors as North Texas prepares for millions of soccer fans.—
Chase Rogers,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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