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as in consolidating
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
will unify the several departments into a single operation
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as in combining
to come together to form a single unit
the two labor unions unified in order to strengthen their bargaining position with the manufacturers
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Recent Examples of unifying
Pity Mike Johnson; unifying the different factions of the GOP will be next to impossible given his lack of leverage.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
This means unifying orchestration across data, workflows and infrastructure while incorporating observability throughout the system.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Attempts to consolidate local factions and build unifying institutions repeatedly failed.
—Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Organizations that prioritize unifying their data, addressing operational complexities, and integrating sustainability practices will be better positioned to unlock AI's full potential and gain a competitive edge.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
By unifying the capabilities of search engines, productivity tools, and expert systems, ChatGpt Operator signals a new paradigm in workplace technology, where AI is no longer just a support system but an active collaborator.
—Gerui Wang, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
And the ending puts forth the vague notion that Rome’s future relies on unifying its people—an earnest sentiment, maybe, but a rather dull conclusion to reach after two hours of savagery.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 22 Nov. 2024
The company is also unifying its global communications and corporate affairs departments into a single team.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024
Vaulting, at turns rippling and broadly arching, will hint at chronological breaks and unifying themes while nodding to ancient building technologies.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unifying
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Longer sleep phases Women tend to spend more time in the deep and REM (rapid eye movement) phases of sleep, stages that are essential for regenerating tissues, consolidating memories and recharging mental energy.Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
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After large-scale fighting subsided in 2018, Tehran began to focus on consolidating its influence in Syria’s south and southeast, securing control over territory and integrating the militias into the Syrian armed forces.Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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The uniting force here for all of them, as members of the Philadelphia community at the end of the day, is the charitable outcome.Brendan Menapace, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
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As a consequence, rather than uniting communities, DEI efforts have often amplified divisions, leaving educators, parents, and students caught between conflicting ideologies and unclear educational priorities.Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Fusion, the process of fusing atomic nuclei to release vast amounts of energy, is the same reaction that powers stars like our Sun.New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Dec. 2024
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The clinic has an expanding global clientele and is known for fusing individualized attention with top-notch medical treatment.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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This trend of integrating pets into human social spheres has historical roots, dating back to ancient civilizations.Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Research into ancient pet relationships tells us a similar story about integrating our animals into our communities.Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Consider taking public speaking courses to learn various techniques for connecting with the audience, such as the right tone of voice, body language, the art of storytelling, and anxiety management.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Gone are the days when connecting with others meant hovering awkwardly around a plate of sweating cheese cubes, or trying to fit your whole name on a too-small name tag.Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This led to an explosion of technology development and, with funding concentrating on a smaller number of startups, set the playing field for 2025.Jeff Mahler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Since the trial began, the Amazons have ventured out about three times a week to paste messages on both sides of the ramparts, but mostly concentrating on the intra-muros area near the courthouse.Catherine Porter, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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These works speak to both luxury and craftsmanship, merging the nostalgia of pop culture with modern artistry.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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James Lindsay, the founder and CEO of Rap Snacks, has carved out a unique niche in the consumer goods industry by merging his passion for snacking and hip-hop culture.Delano Massey, Axios, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Unifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unifying. Accessed 29 Dec. 2024.
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