1
as in to concentrate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division
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Recent Examples of consolidate
All assets and staff previously under Avex USA will now be consolidated under the Avex Music Group banner, headquartered in Los Angeles, while S10’s existing team and operations will remain unchanged.
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Thania Garcia, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
The first season consolidated to around 600,000 viewers per ep at the back-end of last year.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2025
Southern Electric Equipment, which has operations in Mecklenburg County and Indian Trail, plans to consolidate into one 109,000-square-foot facility.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2025
Currently Hugo Boss is consolidating New York personnel into its Mexico operation, which will then provide back office functions for the whole of the Americas region, Mueller said.
—Cathrin Schaer, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
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Thania Garcia, Variety, 25 Mar. 2025
The first season consolidated to around 600,000 viewers per ep at the back-end of last year.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2025
Southern Electric Equipment, which has operations in Mecklenburg County and Indian Trail, plans to consolidate into one 109,000-square-foot facility.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2025
Currently Hugo Boss is consolidating New York personnel into its Mexico operation, which will then provide back office functions for the whole of the Americas region, Mueller said.
—Cathrin Schaer, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidate
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Take two minutes to breathe deeply and concentrate on your breath.—
David Ko,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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For decades, the feds predominantly chose to only target businesses that expressly marketed their products as poppers intended for inhalation, concentrating their enforcement efforts on more dangerous drugs.—
David Mack,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2025
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Trump’s hardline approach to deporting immigrants has intensified America’s already-stark partisan divide.—
Brad Heath, Joshua Schneyer, Marisa Taylor, Sarah N. Lynch, Mike Spector,
USA TODAY,
22 Mar. 2025
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As climate goals become more urgent and regulatory pressures intensify, retailers are at a pivotal moment in their sustainability journeys.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
21 Mar. 2025
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For more than 50 years, the music industry has united around the Spirit of Life campaign, raising nearly $170 million to support City of Hope’s lifesaving research and care.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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As Messi’s team worked together seamlessly on the world’s biggest stage, so too must the team members within any organization—whether in sports or business—unite to achieve its goals.—
PJ Bain,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Meditation helps counteract this by enhancing critical thinking skills, reducing emotional reactivity, and fostering a mindset of responsibility.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Check out the slam dunk deals below that’ll enhance the game-viewing experience and keep sports lovers fed and hydrated.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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While the material isn’t new to the design world—it’s been integrated into interiors for thousands of years—its popularity hasn’t waned, especially in recent decades.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2025
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Spirits brands seamlessly integrate into music, fashion, sports, and pop culture.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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This gentrification could deepen existing economic divides, fueling new social tensions regarding immigration.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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This government is deepening the hell that both peoples in this region are living in.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2025
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Facial Recognition: Privacy Implications and Algorithmic Bias Privacy watchdogs warn about the troubling implications of merging facial recognition technology with criminal justice data.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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On July 20, 2020, Caesars merged with Eldorado to form Caesars Entertainment with Icahn’s support.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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In addition to Nixon’s EPA, President Teddy Roosevelt created the national parks, George H.W. Bush strengthened the Clean Air Act and George W. Bush set tougher rules on diesel truck emissions and the first guidelines for mercury pollution from power plants.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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These challenges form a connected ecosystem where strategic infrastructure investments drive economic growth, generating revenue for essential services while strengthening community bonds.—
Courier-News,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Consolidate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidate. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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