consolidate
verb (used with object)
to bring together (separate parts) into a single or unified whole; unite; combine.
was consolidating
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past progressiveof consolidate.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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The company said it was consolidating the number of districts to streamline its store field structure and better empower store directors, prompting the layoffs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2026
In a statement posted on the company’s website, Dave Limp, senior vice president of devices and services, said Amazon was consolidating some teams and programs.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 16, 2022
Alpha Solway said it was consolidating its Scottish operations after NHS orders had "dried up".
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2022
As Mr. Putin was consolidating power, Mr. Abramovich served as governor of a desolate northeastern province from 2001 until 2008.
From New York Times ● Mar. 11, 2022
The growing Christian Church was consolidating its power and attempting to eradicate pagan influence and culture.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
