embank

verb

Definition of embanknext
as in to conglomerate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embank
  1. conglomerate
  2. accumulate
  3. collect
  4. group
  5. assemble
  6. lump
  7. gather
  8. amass
Verb
  • Unilever’s decision to combine its food business with McCormick & Company while spinning off its ice cream division reflects a broader shift toward portfolio clarity rather than conglomerate complexity.
    — Louis Biscotti, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2026
  • The quickly conglomerating media industry led Henson to consider corporate partnerships to assist with his goal of further expanding the Muppet media universe.
    — Jared Bahir Browsh, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
Definition of conglomerate
Verb
  • However, George adds that a basic categorization framework is still essential to prevent clutter from accumulating.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Dirt, algae and other contaminants can also accumulate along walls and around the waterline, making comprehensive cleaning an important consideration.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of accumulate
Verb
  • The approach also gives the company an opportunity to refine task-specific capabilities using information collected in actual manufacturing environments rather than relying exclusively on laboratory demonstrations.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026
  • What’s more, rain can actually help keep your unit clean by clearing out small debris that naturally collects, says TJ Laury, president of Ben’s ProServ.
    — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of collect
Verb
  • Drawing on her background in cultural anthropology, Cathy Orr, cofounder of The Uncluttered Life, says grouping similar items is a natural inclination and that humans make sense of their environment by categorizing it.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Its antique silver hue would look beautiful as the star of a holiday table or on a mantel, grouped with other candleholders.
    — Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of group
Verb
  • Saudi Arabia assembled a coalition backing the government, waging a yearslong campaign of air bombardment that brought it international condemnation over civilian deaths.
    — AHMED HATEM, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Its latest product is a magnetic modular display system designed to be assembled quickly, packed away when not in use, and used to add up to three additional screens to a laptop.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of assemble
Verb
  • Others lumped additional Republican leaders into the mix, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA).
    — Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Moros, too, took issue with lumping Hispanics together as a monolithic voting bloc, citing the need for nuance.
    — Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of lump
Verb
  • Since then, Huang’s profile has risen to the status of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, with thousands of people gathering to hear his keynotes.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2026
  • This allows manufacturers to use the machine for productive work while its AI system gathers operational data.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of gather
Verb
  • The site is often visited by tourists and is a monument to the past, the history of slavery, and the wealth amassed by cotton planters in Mississippi.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2026
  • There are fewer characters and more focus on Sauron (Charlie Vickers), who is amassing power across Middle-earth.
    — Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of amass
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“Embank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embank. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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