1
as in to freeze
to become physically firm or solid
water solidifying into ice
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2
as in to form
to take on a definite form
my ideas on this topic are just starting to solidify
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Recent Examples of solidify
The present attacks in Iran will likely make Ali Khamenei a martyr and only solidify the resistance to freedom and democracy.
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Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
In 2021, Junior released $ad Boyz 4 Life, an album that solidified his introspective approach and strengthened his connection with fans.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
While the two solidified their onscreen partnership earlier this year, their history goes back decades.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Mar. 2026
On the night the Dodgers solidified their dynasty, Yamamoto made this World Series his.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
In 2021, Junior released $ad Boyz 4 Life, an album that solidified his introspective approach and strengthened his connection with fans.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2026
While the two solidified their onscreen partnership earlier this year, their history goes back decades.
—Daysia Tolentino, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Mar. 2026
On the night the Dodgers solidified their dynasty, Yamamoto made this World Series his.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solidify
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Pirovano was among the few racers to top 130 kph (81 mph) on a sunny, still and freezing day that was ideal for the marquee speed discipline.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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If anything, the multi-front conflict looked set to intensify, with Emirati officials reportedly mulling freezing billions of dollars worth of Iranian assets.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Early connections should feel easier as affectionate Venus forms a supportive sextile with intense Pluto, encouraging us to handle stubborn issues with honest talks and practical teamwork.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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For most guests, these activities form most of their schedule, showcasing the best of Costa Rican nature and wildlife.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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The lunar sea Mare Crisium (the Sea of Crisis) is just visible as a dark circular feature at the top of the sunlit lunar disk, where lava flooded a network of impact craters over a billion years ago, before hardening into a vast basaltic plain.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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And on those higher ozone days, there were more hemorrhage (bleeding, as opposed to clotting) strokes and more plaque buildup causing major arteries to harden.—
Theresa Gaffney,
STAT,
4 Mar. 2026
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Welts said city officials are aware the team wants to stay in Dallas and wants to begin crystallizing the whereabouts of a new home starting in July.—
Devyani Chhetri,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The moment everything crystallized was the night of our first-ever live show.—
Roger Bennett,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
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After the deputies put him back into the chair, Mitchell’s body stiffened, with his legs straight in front of him and his head lolling back.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Leaving them out for too long can cause the fibers to stiffen.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Solidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solidify. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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