单词 | consolidate |
释义 | consolidate (kənsɒlɪdeɪt ) Word forms: consolidates , consolidating , consolidated 1. verb If you consolidate something that you have, for example power or success, you strengthen it so that it becomes more effective or secure. The question is: will the junta consolidate its power by force? [VERB noun] Many young singers started and consolidated their careers at Covent Garden. [VERB noun] consolidation (kənsɒlɪdeɪʃən ) uncountable noun [oft NOUN of noun] The Constitution was designed to prevent tyranny through the consolidation of power in the hands of one person. Synonyms: strengthening, reinforcement, fortification, stabilization 2. verb To consolidate a number of small groups or firms means to make them into one large organization. The state has 60 days to consolidate Louisiana's four higher-education boards. [VERB noun] The company consolidated some operations last summer. [VERB noun] Synonyms: combine, unite, join, marry consolidationWord forms: consolidations variable noun This consolidation meant having to reduce the numerical strength of the Army. Further consolidations in the industry could follow. Synonyms: strengthening, reinforcement, fortification, stabilization Synonyms: combination, union, association, alliance Collocations: consolidate a debt However, they decided not to follow our experts' advice and consolidate the debt as a low-cost personal loan. Times, Sunday Times In two branches advisers also suggested consolidating the debt into a single loan. Times, Sunday Times One in four use the loan to consolidate their debts, while 23 per cent use it for home improvement or to buy a car. Times, Sunday Times These are offered through a network of brokers to people looking to consolidate their debts or to release capital for home improvements. Times, Sunday Times If you have more than one loan, consolidating your debts over a longer period with a single direct debit may help. The Sun Reciprocal loops are formed through neural circuits between the basal ganglia and prefrontal cortex which consolidate the memory. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 By consolidating memories and thoughts we're more likely to remember them. The Sun A doze of between 45 minutes and an hour consolidates memories and can be a powerful aide to students revising for exams. Times, Sunday Times Once asleep, your brain gets busy making sense of your experiences from the previous day, consolidating memories and transforming short-term memories into long-term ones. Times, Sunday Times Scientists have found a simple way to help them consolidate memories. Times, Sunday Times Other stores will be forced to compete; those already struggling will further jeopardise their survival; the more resilient will consolidate their position. Times, Sunday Times Holder enjoyed a day of glory by taking then watching consolidate his position. The Sun Meanwhile, mobile phone penetration continues to increase and digital music players consolidate their position in the market. Times, Sunday Times I wanted to jump in, orchestrate a solution, and consolidate my position. Christianity Today I must consolidate my position internationally. Times, Sunday Times Maybe it's time to consolidate your efforts with others. The Sun The next logical solution was to collaborate between companies and consolidate efforts. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Once they have consolidated their efforts and funds, they set out on the drive in a borrowed van. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Alternatively, it might attract a rival regional operator that wants to consolidate operations. Times, Sunday Times The merger, however, quickly turned disastrous as efforts to consolidate operations, which were placed on an ambitious timetable, led to major problems. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The merger consolidated the operations of the two corporations. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was accepted by both institutions, which begun the process of consolidating their operations. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Early 1938 saw the rebels consolidate control over much of the countryside and the roads. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Within about a decade, they had consolidated control of regional ferries. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This allows a smaller number of troops to be deployed to a forward location, and consolidates control of the different flights in one location. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 They also built increasingly complex water management systems to control the monsoons and consolidate power. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 To achieve and consolidate power you needed far more. Times, Sunday Times Adults consolidate power, and the young follow the rules for a time, and then they don't any more. The Times Literary Supplement In his rush to consolidate power, he tramples on critics. Times, Sunday Times The former banker rebuffed suggestions that it was a move to consolidate power. Globe and Mail Translations: Chinese: 巩固 Japanese: 統合する |
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