as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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as in comforting
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the responsibility for the consoling of the families of the firefighters fell to the mayor
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as in reassuring
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as in assuring
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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Recent Examples of console
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
That meant Xbox was trailing both PlayStation and Nintendo (whose Switch reigned as current king of the consoles).
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Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Among other gadget makers, Sony and Microsoft have increased the prices of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles multiple times over the last year.
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James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Jonathan Franzen,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Certainly, the consoling notion surfaced quickly among the Chiefs after their 28-21 loss to Buffalo on Sunday at Highmark Stadium.
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Kansas City Star,
2 Nov. 2025
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
23 Feb. 2026
Despite nearly losing his business, Schoen’s main goal that day — and ever since — has been helping and consoling other victims, his daughter said.
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Abrielle Kate Maddison,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Samsung TVs in living rooms around the world will feature Supergirl imagery which can be downloaded from via each console’s art store.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
That meant Xbox was trailing both PlayStation and Nintendo (whose Switch reigned as current king of the consoles).
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Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
Verb
The outlet reported family members were seen embracing and consoling one another.
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Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Among other gadget makers, Sony and Microsoft have increased the prices of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles multiple times over the last year.
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James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
Noun
Miller, who said the plan for the team was to keep playing next season, even without access to the state playoffs, tried to offer consoling words.
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Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
Adjective
The script called for the teen-ager to sign on the line, the mother to follow the agency woman out into the hallway, and the best friend to enter and give the teen-ager a consoling hug.
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Jonathan Franzen,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Certainly, the consoling notion surfaced quickly among the Chiefs after their 28-21 loss to Buffalo on Sunday at Highmark Stadium.
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Kansas City Star,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
During the closing minutes of the women’s figure skating free skate last Thursday, the American was hugging and consoling two Japanese competitors whose results fell short of their respective expectations.
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Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
23 Feb. 2026
Despite nearly losing his business, Schoen’s main goal that day — and ever since — has been helping and consoling other victims, his daughter said.
—
Abrielle Kate Maddison,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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The Laneige Lip Sleeping mask is one of my medicine cabinet staples.
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While Korean skincare has slowly but surely taken over our medicine cabinets, Korean makeup is starting to make its way into the rest of our routine.
Verb
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The result is a menu that feels familiar and comforting in some moments, while surprising and playful in others.
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The monstrous entity that invades their little circle tests that comforting intimacy.
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The cupboards were nearly bare.
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In sharp contrast to that visual, Neil is surrounded by narrow cupboards with books filling shelves and floral curtains giving the room a soft air.
Verb
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Leaders want to reassure people.
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Orlando Bravo is attempting to reassure investors that a poor bet on Medallia is a one-off, and reaffirming that his firm can benefit from AI.
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The training center could be 6,000 square feet with office space, lockers, restrooms and showers, equipment storage and repair space, and indoor putting and simulation areas.
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Chicago Cubs major-league coach Jonathan Mota sat at Moisés Ballesteros’ locker Wednesday night and tried to help the youngster process the tough news.
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Austria, meanwhile, would all but assure itself of a spot in the knockout round with a point.
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The win assured the United States would win Group D and eliminated Turkey from any chance of advancing to the knockout round with its second straight loss.
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There's also a walk-in pantry, a laundry closet with appliances, and a powder room featuring a custom pedestal vanity.
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Other pleasures are the fireplaces in the bedroom and living room (one wood burning, one decorative), original crown moldings, and the in-unit washer-dryer combo tucked away in a closet.
Verb
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Better yet, soothing ingredients like chamomile flower water and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid keep skin feeling comfortable, so your complexion looks fresh—not overly matte.
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The hummingbird rain chain creates a soothing soundtrack on rainy days and makes a beautiful addition to a front porch.
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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