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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Recent Examples of console
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2025
Nintendo revealed the new console the same day that Trump unveiled new tariffs.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2025
Band teacher Grant Okamura remembered how the victim's sister, one of his students, had to be consoled by classmates after learning of her sister's death.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Noun
As of now, the late-spring launch date for the new console remains on track.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2025
Nintendo revealed the new console the same day that Trump unveiled new tariffs.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
Follow along for live coverage A woman consoles a grieving relative beside the body of a victim killed in an Israeli strike in Gaza City on Tuesday.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2025
Band teacher Grant Okamura remembered how the victim's sister, one of his students, had to be consoled by classmates after learning of her sister's death.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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Instead, put them in your cabinets for neat and tidy organization, particularly for items that are notoriously hard to store.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
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Investors understand world economics and the effects of tariffs better than Trump or any of the losers selected for his cabinet.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Huckleberry Cobbler is a true surprise with a burst of wild berries and comforting spice, weaving together bright sweetness, tart Huckleberry, and rich streusel flavors.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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This cozy scent wraps you in a warm, comforting aroma.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Some observers believe the initial raiding of the aid cupboard was an attempt to curry favor with the Trump administration, following its even more extreme demolition of aid.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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An antique cupboard, like the one pictured here, is a nostalgic piece that conveniently houses towels, toilet paper, and extra toiletries.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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William Shatner had some less than reassuring words of advice for Gayle King ahead of her journey into space.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The meeting, in which Xi reassured global investors about the country’s economic prospects to arrest a slide in foreign investment, comes just days before US President Donald Trump is due to announce a mega batch of tariffs targeting America’s many trading partners.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Like every archival clip Yousef includes in her documentary (culled from thousands of hours of footage found in a company storage locker), these selections are meticulously curated and highly revealing.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2025
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Nearly 70 live and dead German cockroaches were observed around the facility, including at a prep counter, on staff lockers and on a can of tomato sauce, according to the report.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Strategically, too, trade’s promise seemed unrealized: Experts and politicians had assured Americans after the Cold War that economic exchange would transform China and Russia into peaceful partners.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2025
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In the comments, many people assured the woman that her parents are indeed proud of her achievement, despite their seemingly blasé reaction to the news.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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However, among my packed closet, there’s one matching set in particular that has quickly become my go-to pick.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Not only is it steeply discounted, but each rack accommodates up to seven caps for a total of 14 hats now perfectly organized and ready to be stored in a closet or on a vanity.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Made with silicone, this teether has a variety of textures that are meant to soothe a baby’s sore gums.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
29 Mar. 2025
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Crafting and DIYs have surged this year, thanks to a rise in adult hobbies as people look for soothing ways to fill their free time.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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