as in condensing
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing
the telescoping of the season for movie awards into a couple of months
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as in compressing
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together
for dramatic purposes, the film telescopes the years over which the events occurred into a few short months
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Recent Examples of telescoping
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Argus consists of 20 modular telescoping legs radiating from a central body.
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New Atlas,
9 June 2026
The typical version of the Stretch 4 includes a telescoping gripper that can retrieve a water bottle and hold it out for a person to drink through a straw.
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Matt O’Brien,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
The national team player posted images on Instagram showcasing the distinctive headphones, featuring large, flat earcups, unique tubular telescoping arms, and an all-new pale pink finish.
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David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
The roly-poly robot named after a mythological many-eyed giant has depth-sensing cameras attached to 20 telescoping legs that radiate from a central core.
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Allen Breed,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
Argus features 20 modular, telescoping legs, each equipped with a depth camera, arranged radially around a central core.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 May 2026
Plus, navigating busy airports is effortless with the telescoping handle and smooth-rolling wheels.
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Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Some use telescoping rods, while others lock the entire wheel in place completely.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
Upgrade your watering system with this nozzle set that features two multi-pattern nozzles and a 19- to 24-inch telescoping wand.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
The S'mores Company creates fun and easy s'mores supplies -- stainless steel telescoping roasting sticks with glow-in-the-dark designs, portable soy wax campfires and cooler caddies with organizer trays that keep ingredients organized.
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ABC News,
15 June 2026
Argus consists of 20 modular telescoping legs radiating from a central body.
—
New Atlas,
9 June 2026
The typical version of the Stretch 4 includes a telescoping gripper that can retrieve a water bottle and hold it out for a person to drink through a straw.
—
Matt O’Brien,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
The national team player posted images on Instagram showcasing the distinctive headphones, featuring large, flat earcups, unique tubular telescoping arms, and an all-new pale pink finish.
—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
The roly-poly robot named after a mythological many-eyed giant has depth-sensing cameras attached to 20 telescoping legs that radiate from a central core.
—
Allen Breed,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
Argus features 20 modular, telescoping legs, each equipped with a depth camera, arranged radially around a central core.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 May 2026
Plus, navigating busy airports is effortless with the telescoping handle and smooth-rolling wheels.
—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Some use telescoping rods, while others lock the entire wheel in place completely.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for telescoping
Noun
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The office includes many of the architectural elements Wright was famous for, like the use of organic and local materials and compression and release.
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This downturn is attributed to price compression caused by an oversupply in cultivation markets, meaning lower prices despite stable sales volumes.
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Commercial loan onboarding is in beta with City National, compressing a process that used to require months of manual document review into something agents can handle end-to-end.
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The technology stores energy by compressing carbon dioxide using electricity from the grid and later expanding the gas through a turbine to generate power when needed.
Noun
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Matt Hooper’s squeezing of the Styrofoam cup in answer to Shaw’s squeezing of the beer can was something that actually happened.
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So scientists use frequency-dependent squeezing to reduce quantum noise.
Verb
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By condensing development calendars and lead times, companies can achieve a closer response to demand, thereby improving inventory management.
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Ultimately, the device attempts to solve the logistical headache of outdoor entertainment by condensing an entire gear bag into a single, cohesive unit.
Noun
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Leaks and condensation need to be addressed by a professional since mold can cause health problems.
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These walls are there to prevent condensation from leaking out and food and drinks from sliding off.
Noun
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With one out in the sixth and Nick Loftin at third, Tolbert twice failed to get down safety-squeeze bunts.
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However, the Jazz could still feel a financial squeeze beginning in 2027-28 with Markkanen and Jackson on near-max contracts and both Kessler and George on hefty new deals of their own.
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Europe is a pain point thanks to local consumer fatigue, a contraction in Middle Eastern tourism caused by the war — the Gulf consumer base contracted 15% to 25% in Q1 2026 — and reduced US tourism due to a strong euro, reducing pricing advantages in travel shopping.
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Why sell during a market contraction for ultra-contemporary works?
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The cost of the pool renovation has risen to $16 million, federal contracting records show.
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If your area gets cold in the winter, store it to keep the resin from contracting and expanding and becoming weaker.
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“Telescoping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/telescoping. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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