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
Those petitions were consolidated for review by the 8th Circuit.
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 July 2025
The ability to consolidate performance, engagement and compliance data into one coherent view empowers more proactive, strategic workforce planning.
—Artyom Keydunov, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The cases were consolidated at the 8th Circuit, where it was decided by Circuit Judges James Loken, Ralph Erickson, and Jonathan Kobes.
—ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
Indiana public universities will cut or consolidate roughly 400 degree programs due to a new state law requiring minimum graduate numbers.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 July 2025
The ability to consolidate performance, engagement and compliance data into one coherent view empowers more proactive, strategic workforce planning.
—Artyom Keydunov, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The cases were consolidated at the 8th Circuit, where it was decided by Circuit Judges James Loken, Ralph Erickson, and Jonathan Kobes.
—ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
Indiana public universities will cut or consolidate roughly 400 degree programs due to a new state law requiring minimum graduate numbers.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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Merchant banking-style funds concentrate their efforts on fewer companies with deeper operational involvement.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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After selling the company in 1998 to investors, Dinh Van concentrated on unique furniture pieces, among other personal projects.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
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The scrutiny then further intensified following a Thursday report from the Wall Street Journal citing a 50th birthday letter from Trump to Epstein that included an outline of a naked woman, sketched in marker, and Trump's signature.—
Mandy Taheri
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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This trend will only intensify as organizations recognize the strategic value AI delivers across every business function.—
Sateesh Seetharamiah,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Nevertheless, a substantial opportunity exists for an innovator to integrate AI into the browser seamlessly.—
Tim Bajarin,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Hinge and Grindr, two of the most popular dating apps, are taking steps to integrate AI into their platforms.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
11 July 2025
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The new seats offer more space, personal entertainment, and eco-friendly amenities to enhance comfort on long-haul flights.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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So, do not try to enhance your level by changing a Director role to a VP one.—
Robin Ryan,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Think Airbnb, which merged residential space with the lodging industry.—
Jessica Mendoza,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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The company merged the teams behind Operator, its first AI agent, and Deep Research, a tool developed to conduct multi-step online research for complex tasks, to form a single group that developed the new tool.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
18 July 2025
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His remarks signal that military co-operation between Moscow and Pyongyang is likely to deepen.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Additionally, Bondi’s claims since becoming attorney general have only deepened misunderstandings and questions about her handling of the information rollout.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
11 July 2025
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Despite the unprecedented tragedy, the team united in their decision to compete.—
Eric Noll,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
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The Sunshine Genetics Consortium, formed under the Act, unites leading researchers, clinicians, and biotech innovators from across Florida’s top institutions.—
William A. Haseltine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Knowing whether the solution keeps your headcount neutral or—better yet—helps net some efficiency only strengthens your argument.—
Dave Merkel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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For example, strengthening your biceps can enhance your ability to perform a pull-up.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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