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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
Examples
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.
1.1
(of two or more things) to be combined in order to become more manageable or efficient
Intransitive
Examples
After the merger, the two companies consolidated, forming a stronger and more competitive entity in the market.
The scattered protests across the city gradually consolidated, culminating in a massive demonstration.
02
to strengthen a position of power or success so that it lasts longer
Transitive: to consolidate a position of power
Examples
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.
03
to merge several financial accounts, debts, funds, into one
Transitive: to consolidate multiple financial accounts
Examples
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.
04
to bring together separate elements or components to create a unified and solid structure
Transitive: to consolidate elements or components
Examples
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.
05
to come together to create a unified and solid structure
Intransitive
Examples
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.
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