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as in concentrating
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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as in intensifying
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 consolidating
Longer sleep phases Women tend to spend more time in the deep and REM (rapid eye movement) phases of sleep, stages that are essential for regenerating tissues, consolidating memories and recharging mental energy.
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Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
After large-scale fighting subsided in 2018, Tehran began to focus on consolidating its influence in Syria’s south and southeast, securing control over territory and integrating the militias into the Syrian armed forces.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
By consolidating data, preparing your team and refining processes, AI agents can deliver transformative results while positioning your business for sustained innovation and growth.
—Afif Khoury, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
By consolidating multiple tools into a single ecosystem, organizations can reduce complexity and improve cost efficiency.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The Citi Simplicity® Card is a great option for consolidating existing credit card debt from other cards.
—Jason Stauffer,brett Holzhauer,alexandria White, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
After consolidating for much of the past year, BA’s breakout coincides with improving relative strength versus the S & P 500.
—Tony Zhang, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
Instead of consolidating Iran’s hegemony, the war has dealt a significant blow to its regional standing.
—Amos Yadlin, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
On the bank regulatory side, the picks for FDIC and Office of the Comptroller will be important, though the president-elect is also making noise about consolidating such agencies.
—Brady Dale, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
After large-scale fighting subsided in 2018, Tehran began to focus on consolidating its influence in Syria’s south and southeast, securing control over territory and integrating the militias into the Syrian armed forces.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
By consolidating data, preparing your team and refining processes, AI agents can deliver transformative results while positioning your business for sustained innovation and growth.
—Afif Khoury, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
By consolidating multiple tools into a single ecosystem, organizations can reduce complexity and improve cost efficiency.
—Tony Bradley, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
The Citi Simplicity® Card is a great option for consolidating existing credit card debt from other cards.
—Jason Stauffer,brett Holzhauer,alexandria White, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
After consolidating for much of the past year, BA’s breakout coincides with improving relative strength versus the S & P 500.
—Tony Zhang, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
Instead of consolidating Iran’s hegemony, the war has dealt a significant blow to its regional standing.
—Amos Yadlin, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
On the bank regulatory side, the picks for FDIC and Office of the Comptroller will be important, though the president-elect is also making noise about consolidating such agencies.
—Brady Dale, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidating
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This led to an explosion of technology development and, with funding concentrating on a smaller number of startups, set the playing field for 2025.Jeff Mahler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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To enhance your memory, begin by concentrating on one task at a time.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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These impacts are intensifying as fossil fuel emissions warm the global climate.Amy Green, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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But residents’ complaints about conditions have persisted for decades, with protests intensifying in 2021.Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The uniting force here for all of them, as members of the Philadelphia community at the end of the day, is the charitable outcome.Brendan Menapace, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
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As a consequence, rather than uniting communities, DEI efforts have often amplified divisions, leaving educators, parents, and students caught between conflicting ideologies and unclear educational priorities.Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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On Monday, Honda and Nissan signed a memorandum of understanding to formally begin talks aimed at deepening a partnership that began this year.River Akira Davis, New York Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The seven-time All-Star will slot into the middle of the Yankees lineup, deepening an already strong Yankees lineup despite losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets.Ryan Canfield, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Research into ancient pet relationships tells us a similar story about integrating our animals into our communities.Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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This trend of integrating pets into human social spheres has historical roots, dating back to ancient civilizations.Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Firmware updates, essential for patching vulnerabilities and enhancing router functionality, are also largely ignored.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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That said, Crocs’ management is utilizing its strong profit margins to repurchase shares and reduce debt, having repaid $248 million in debt and spent $326 million on buybacks in 2024 so far, enhancing shareholder value.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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These works speak to both luxury and craftsmanship, merging the nostalgia of pop culture with modern artistry.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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James Lindsay, the founder and CEO of Rap Snacks, has carved out a unique niche in the consumer goods industry by merging his passion for snacking and hip-hop culture.Delano Massey, Axios, 21 Dec. 2024
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In addition to strengthening bones, vitamin D and calcium are necessary for muscle and brain function.Korin Miller, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
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The approach here is likely to be more measured, even if there is an acknowledgement that many areas of the club, including the men’s first team, need strengthening.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Consolidating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidating. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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