as in to consolidate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
we will need to polarize all of the fractious environmental groups into a united front if we hope to win on this issue
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And Answers For Wednesday, December 18 To manage this change within change conundrum, Dr. Upton suggests that DEI leaders consider these change management strategies in the current politically polarizing environment for DEI:
Pivoting DEI language.
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Julie Kratz, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
This includes dealing with polarizing positions and classifying them journalistically.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Rivet examined the rise of the barrel jean and how the polarizing fit became a cool-girl must-have in 2024.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
Wham! did polarize opinion from the word go, so we were used to that.
—Kim Willis, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Julie Kratz, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
This includes dealing with polarizing positions and classifying them journalistically.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 28 Dec. 2024
Rivet examined the rise of the barrel jean and how the polarizing fit became a cool-girl must-have in 2024.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 27 Dec. 2024
Wham! did polarize opinion from the word go, so we were used to that.
—Kim Willis, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Rather than confront these powerful institutions at the start, prudent populists begin consolidating their power by taking on more fragile nonstate institutions such as the press, universities, and NGOs that lack deep pockets and powerful defenders.Ronald R. Krebs, Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
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Professor Joseph McFadden at Cornell University (my employer) sees a future where livestock management in India is consolidated at the village level–thus reducing costs through cooperation and creating economies of scale.Marianne Krasny, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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These behaviors help to unite individuals toward a common goal and may actually turn work into a respite for employees trying to channel their energy into productivity and find safe space from the political climate outside of the office.Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Republicans must unite, and quickly deliver these Historic Victories for the American People.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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This helps to concentrate the flavors and produce a high-proof spirit.Emily Price, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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At Alice + Olivia spring/summer 2025, hints of shimmer were placed at the inner corners and concentrated to the middle of the lids to brighten up eyes.Rebecca Fearn, refinery29.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Spain and Denmark serve as compelling examples, integrating e-invoicing within their comprehensive tax transformation initiatives.Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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This experiential training program encourages leaders to integrate The Seven Intentions—connect with goodness, know thyself and be thyself, envision your destiny, seek counsel, venture out, assess, and pass it on—into their professional lives.Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
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The overall figures do not include Forever 21. Before merging into Catalyst Brands, JCPenney was owned by Simon, Brookfield and Authentic.David Moin, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
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Due out on November 29, 2024, this track continues Coons’ tradition of merging personal tales with a blend of Americana and acoustic guitar influences.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Polarize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polarize. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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