consolidate
Pronunciation: [kənˈsɒlɪdeɪt]
Context: “business”
(verb) to combine different things into one. When a company merges with another company or when you gather your papers into one folder, you are consolidating.
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The company decided to consolidate its offices to save money.
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They couldn't consolidate their departments because each one had different needs.
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How can we consolidate our resources to be more efficient?
Context: “education”
(verb) to make something stronger or more secure. Like when you study hard to make sure you understand a subject better, you are consolidating your knowledge.
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She took extra time to consolidate her understanding of math before the test.
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He failed to consolidate the lessons learned from last semester and struggled in class.
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What techniques can you use to consolidate what you've learned?
Context: “personal growth”
(verb) to make something more solid or firm. For example, if you practice a skill often, you're consolidating your abilities.
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By practicing regularly, she was able to consolidate her speaking skills.
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Without practice, he could not consolidate his guitar playing abilities.
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What can you do to consolidate your leadership skills?