consolidate
verb (used with object)
to bring together (separate parts) into a single or unified whole; unite; combine.
have been consolidating
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present perfect progressiveof consolidate.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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A free-standing NBCUniversal would likely be seen as an acquisition target, as media companies have been consolidating in an effort to get more content and mass distribution for their streaming services.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
Real-estate firms have been consolidating to gain market share and access more data.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
Exchanges have been consolidating over the years and some have expanded beyond market-sensitive businesses like trading to pursue more predictable revenue.
From Reuters ● Oct. 20, 2023
Digital media outlets have been consolidating recently to help them compete for online ad revenue with tech giants like Google and Facebook.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 6, 2022
The broadening of the alliance’s targets comes at a time when the rebels and the regime in Libya have been consolidating their positions along more static front lines, raising concerns of a prolonged stalemate.
From New York Times ● Apr. 26, 2011
