ESSENTIALIZE Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

essentialize

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Definition of essentialize

as in to consolidate

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As such, the periods of relative calm that followed these ceasefires created space for Hezbollah to rebuild its military capabilities, consolidate its political influence and retain the initiative over when to resume hostilities with Israel.

— Anthony Wanis-St John, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
Singh, who is set to retire later this year, said Levi’s completed the remap of Europe to an omnichannel distribution network at the end of the quarter, consolidating e-commerce fulfillment into its distribution centers in Germany and the UK.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 July 2026

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The reliever has been simplifying his pitch mix when coming out of the bullpen, yet this relief appearance looked more like one of his starts.

— Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026
To the product team, this looked logical, since an account was meant to simplify future purchases.

— Polina Chebanova, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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As a tool, AI can be extremely helpful to link data points and streamline trip-planning, said Cory Schisler, the co-owner of The Madrona Hotel in Sonoma County and a strategic advisor at Journey, a loyalty program for independent hotels.

— Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
Treat it as the foundation for a beautifully layered bed or add the matching pillow shams to streamline the look.

— Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026

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