1
as in concentrated
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 intensified
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 consolidated
Kennedy and the team at HHS hope to establish an Administration for a Healthy America, where different divisions that exist under the CDC will be consolidated and restructured to enhance efficiency across the HHS.
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Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
After the industry collapsed, small homebuilders died, and the rest of the industry’s titans consolidated, producing fewer homes but more profits than ever before.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2025
Italy’s justice system differs greatly from its American counterpart; prosecutors lead police investigations, criminal and civil trials can be consolidated into the same proceedings, juries in even the highest-profile cases are unsequestered.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
Other districts that Democrats have narrowly won would also be consolidated into friendlier terrain.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2025
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Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
After the industry collapsed, small homebuilders died, and the rest of the industry’s titans consolidated, producing fewer homes but more profits than ever before.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2025
Italy’s justice system differs greatly from its American counterpart; prosecutors lead police investigations, criminal and civil trials can be consolidated into the same proceedings, juries in even the highest-profile cases are unsequestered.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
Other districts that Democrats have narrowly won would also be consolidated into friendlier terrain.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidated
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Today’s use cases are limited, with most work concentrated on simulating chemistry and physics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Because they are disproportionately concentrated in economically vulnerable sectors like retail and services, a steep rise in Black women’s unemployment is a red flag for what’s to come for the rest of the economy.—
Marianne Cooper,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Chinese policymakers have intensified efforts aimed at reining in excessive price cuts that have eroded corporate profits while doing little to spur demand.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Oli's government lifted the ban after protests intensified on Monday, with police firing tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters trying to storm parliament.—
Gopal Sharma,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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The new neurons integrated smoothly with existing nerve circuits.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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At the end of last year, the company had 18,600 employees, but that was before a significant number of pink slips were given this year and Skydance Media was integrated.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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According to the statement, with the backing of PAI, Marcolin has broadened its international reach and enhanced operational efficiency, reinforcing itself as a leading player in the wholesale eyewear market.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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There will be enhanced medical and sports science areas.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The union merged Castile, then the mightiest and wealthiest kingdom, with Aragon, a maritime power.—
Siobhan Reid,
Robb Report,
7 Sep. 2025
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In 1947, the National Security Act merged the Navy and War departments as well as the Air Force into the National Military Establishment, which became the Department of Defense in 1949.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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On the product front, the brand has deepened its footprint in skin care and broadened laterally into makeup hybrids.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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What might otherwise be a straightforward creepy historical novel is deepened by these uncanny phrasings, and Ravn’s attention to the social bonds in this world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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Remarkably — and alarmingly to all but the most Anglo-centric observer — that is more than the French, German, Italian and Spanish leagues combined.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The two quarterbacks combined for 93 attempts and 894 yards passing.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Opened in 1946, the diner was the first in the city to hire African Americans in front-of-house roles during a time when racial tensions were heightened, and its inclusive legacy has lived on.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Utilities are reduced in phases, while security is often heightened and maintenance pared down to essentials.—
Kristin Mueller,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Consolidated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidated. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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