as in cabinet
a storage case typically having doors and shelves
a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral
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Recent Examples of console
Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2025
Side consoles alongside the window are used as minibars, providing soft drinks and water at the ready.
—Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
The Perfect Couple actress shared a story about her daughter, Faith, who consoled her on Tuesday night after Kidman became upset about the loss of her mother.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2024
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Noun
While other kids were popping CDs into their center consoles, Dudelson thumbed through bins of one-dollar records.
—Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2025
Side consoles alongside the window are used as minibars, providing soft drinks and water at the ready.
—Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
Michele Austin, as the consoling sister, matches her performance, in a very different key.
—Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
The Perfect Couple actress shared a story about her daughter, Faith, who consoled her on Tuesday night after Kidman became upset about the loss of her mother.
—Mariel Turner, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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Hundreds of shoppers gave the cabinet perfect reviews, calling out the quality design and ample storage space.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2025
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Yet even that rare bright spot in relations couldn’t fully escape the shadow of distrust and animosity between the two countries – sentiments that some fear will only deepen now that President Donald Trump is back in the White House with a cabinet staffed with China hawks.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The facility shared a photo of the scene on X, along with the fish, who appeared to be comforted by the fake visitors’ presence.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Emma said that her other two cats, who usually love cuddles, didn't get a chance to comfort her as Pastis had the situation under control.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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As the twinkling, sostenuto piano of Daniel Blumberg’s score plays in the background, and slats of dappled light illuminate the elegant chair at the center of the space, the sleek cupboards Tóth has designed open up like the petals of a flower, revealing the minimal shelving underneath.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Rams will squeeze the numbers, which might leave their cupboard bare of Kupp in ‘25.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This personal narrative not only builds trust but also reassures the team that the change is both necessary and achievable.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Imagine a more flexible Mr. Rogers, wearing spandex instead of sweaters, speaking directly to the camera in calm, reassuring tones and checking in on viewers’ mental state like a caring Sunday school teacher.—
Danielle Friedman,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Kansas City Chiefs returner Nikko Remigio smiled in front of his locker Saturday night, ready to reveal the full story behind his game-changing kickoff return in KC’s home playoff victory.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
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Patrons aspiring to ride the Hulk rollercoaster at the Universal Studios theme park in Orlando are barraged by signs warning them to place anything not attached to their bodies in a locker next to the ride.—
Christian Schneider,
National Review,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The Sheriff’s Office assured family and friends of people incarcerated at the three jails that none of them were currently threatened by the fire.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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But, rest assured NBA fans, O’Neal and Smith are coming back.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Each guest bedroom has a walk-in closet and private bath, while the palatial primary suite has its own seating area and a vast, spa-like bathroom.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
29 Jan. 2025
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Hide in harder spots like closets, behind curtains, or under blankets.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Cushioning these actives are soothing cypress leaf and barrier-restoring Lactobacillus ferment lysate.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
29 Jan. 2025
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Pottery Barn Bunny Wake Up Clock: This sweet bunny plays soothing songs to wake your child up or send them to slumber for nap or bedtime.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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