consolidate

/kənˈsɑlɪdeɪt/
verb
  1. To combine things into a single, more effective or coherent whole.
    • The general consolidated his troops before the final attack.
    • The company decided to consolidate its two offices into one building.
    • She consolidated her student loans to get a lower interest rate.
  2. To strengthen or make more solid.
    • He took a break to consolidate his thoughts before speaking.
    • The team consolidated their lead with a third goal in the second half.
    • The new policy helped consolidate the company's position in the market.
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