Hanapin
to consolidate
01
to combine two or more things in order to make them easier to handle or increase their efficiency
Transitive: to consolidate two or more elements
Example
The company decided to consolidate its various departments to streamline operations and improve communication.
The student decided to consolidate notes from different sources into a single study guide for the exam.
The manager suggested consolidating multiple spreadsheets into a comprehensive report for better analysis.
02
to strengthen a position of power or success so that it lasts longer
Transitive: to consolidate a position of power
Example
The company worked to consolidate its market dominance by expanding into new territories.
The coach focused on consolidating the team's winning streak by refining their strategies.
The successful negotiation helped consolidate the company's standing in the industry.
03
to merge several financial accounts, debts, funds, into one
Transitive: to consolidate multiple financial accounts
Example
After reviewing their finances, the couple decided to consolidate their multiple credit card debts into a single, lower-interest loan.
The small business owner chose to consolidate their business loans and lines of credit into a single loan.
The investor decided to consolidate their various investment accounts into a single brokerage account.
04
to bring together separate elements or components to create a unified and solid structure
Transitive: to consolidate elements or components
Example
The mason used mortar to consolidate the bricks into a sturdy wall.
The sculptor consolidated clay into a solid block before shaping it into a sculpture.
The geologist observed how pressure and heat consolidated layers of sediment into solid rock.
05
to come together to create a unified and solid structure
Intransitive
Example
Minerals consolidate over time to form compact layers of sedimentary rock.
Over time, the snowpack consolidated into a dense mass under the weight of successive snowfalls.
As the concrete cured, it began to consolidate, forming a solid and durable surface.
word family
consolid
Verb
consolidate
Verb
consolidated
Adjective
consolidation
Noun
consolidative
Adjective
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