1
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
Of the state's 2,300 degree programs, 210 are being eliminated or suspended, 374 are merging or consolidating into another existing degree program or into a new one, and another 472 that the state law triggered a review of are here to stay.
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Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 1 Apr. 2026
Major streamers like Netflix also have been consolidating their influence in a buyer’s market of late and haven’t felt compelled to invest time or resources in events like Realscreen.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The district will hire far fewer teachers and plans to reduce the overall number of special education staff, largely by leaving positions unfilled and consolidating roles, said Superintendent Brent Yeager.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Pinter said consolidating the programs will give families more flexibility and provide students earlier access to both language approaches.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The panel that issued the 2024 report, also urged the FAA to further study how alertness and fatigue are monitored — and underscored concerns that consolidating responsibilities can reduce safety margins at exactly the wrong time.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Renata Sanchez, president of the San Jose Teachers Association, said consolidating schools could ultimately benefit students.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
About $4 million is expected to be saved through reducing building budgets, cutting nonessential travel, consolidating services and other ways to cut discretionary spending.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Analysts say economic problems could trigger a new wave of protests akin to nationwide unrest in 2022, triggered by hikes in fuel prices, in which dozens of protesters and police were killed — something Tokayev is trying to contain by consolidating power in his own hands.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 1 Apr. 2026
Major streamers like Netflix also have been consolidating their influence in a buyer’s market of late and haven’t felt compelled to invest time or resources in events like Realscreen.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The district will hire far fewer teachers and plans to reduce the overall number of special education staff, largely by leaving positions unfilled and consolidating roles, said Superintendent Brent Yeager.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Pinter said consolidating the programs will give families more flexibility and provide students earlier access to both language approaches.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The panel that issued the 2024 report, also urged the FAA to further study how alertness and fatigue are monitored — and underscored concerns that consolidating responsibilities can reduce safety margins at exactly the wrong time.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Renata Sanchez, president of the San Jose Teachers Association, said consolidating schools could ultimately benefit students.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
About $4 million is expected to be saved through reducing building budgets, cutting nonessential travel, consolidating services and other ways to cut discretionary spending.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Analysts say economic problems could trigger a new wave of protests akin to nationwide unrest in 2022, triggered by hikes in fuel prices, in which dozens of protesters and police were killed — something Tokayev is trying to contain by consolidating power in his own hands.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consolidating
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Gradually drizzle ¼ cup egg mixture into broth, concentrating in a single area; repeat with remaining egg mixture in ¼-cupfuls in different areas.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Breindel suggests that concentrating investment on audiences with higher conversion potential may help support stronger ROI and more efficient acquisition costs.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Regulatory pressures are intensifying, Larson noted, with shifting requirements and a changing geopolitical backdrop making compliance a moving target.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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As multinational drugmakers flood China in search of deals, competition is intensifying, and valuations are rising sharply, according to VCs and other observers.—
Brian Yang,
STAT,
31 Mar. 2026
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According to a report on compliance planning for 2026, organizations across industries are reassessing operating models to better manage divergent regulations while integrating technology to improve efficiency and oversight.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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This year’s event will focus on the three key themes of integrating AI into production workflows, the ethical and responsible use of AI, and education, through real-world examples.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, the company is deepening its integration of artificial intelligence.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The latest data was published in the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s yearly economic indicators report, which offered an overall bleak picture of the Bay Area economy, including declining buying power among residents and deepening office vacancies in the city.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Independent testing shows the Trax reaching 0–60 mph in about nine seconds, which feels perfectly adequate for merging onto Denver freeways or climbing the foothill highways west of town.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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The software covers standard PDF tasks like editing text, inserting images, annotating documents, and merging or splitting files.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
26 Mar. 2026
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Applications will load faster and files will be easier to move, enhancing your workspeed.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Brine, a mixture of water and salt, proved effective at inhibiting spoilage while enhancing the flavor of food.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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Ranchers of the borderlands have already achieved the impossible, uniting groups from opposite ends of the political spectrum under the banner of safeguarding the borderlands.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Take the famous photograph of the driving of the ceremonial golden spike uniting the railroad companies.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Mar. 2026
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The program delivers on the government’s Plan for Change, supporting economic growth through defense investment while strengthening national security.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Apr. 2026
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That includes strengthening its internal culture, refining legal strategy, and maintaining clear standards around results and professional integrity.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Consolidating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consolidating. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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