as in consolidating
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
we will need to polarize all of the fractious environmental groups into a united front if we hope to win on this issue
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Recent Examples of polarizing
Here’s What To Know Wagering on this year's polarizing political cycle has become most popular among Americans.
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Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
But the country is deeply divided about his often-polarizing pronouncements and style.
—Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
From politicians railing at their opponents to polarizing debates on social media, the emphasis is often on driving points home rather than listening to perspectives different from our own.
—Anna Shields, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
In a world where opinions are often polarizing, finding common ground can feel like a lost art.
—Wietse Van Ransbeeck, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
But the country is deeply divided about his often-polarizing pronouncements and style.
—Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
From politicians railing at their opponents to polarizing debates on social media, the emphasis is often on driving points home rather than listening to perspectives different from our own.
—Anna Shields, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
In a world where opinions are often polarizing, finding common ground can feel like a lost art.
—Wietse Van Ransbeeck, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for polarizing
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During that time, hospitals acquired more than 8,000 independent physician practices, consolidating local care into expensive hospital networks.Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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Companies that adopt a unified approach to managing data—connecting information across diverse environments without consolidating it into a single location—are better positioned to support AI operations.Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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One of them is Jeff Pack, cofounder of One Temecula Valley PAC, a political action committee started with the aim of uniting community members across partisan lines.Nadra Nittle, Them, 10 Dec. 2024
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The tour further cemented Swift's status as a global music icon, uniting fans together with trademark bracelets and even a movie release.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Therefore, when developing a personalized marketing campaign, marketers might consider concentrating exclusively on their target audience by using audience personas and other relevant interests.Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While collaboration was strong, and there was natural light, concentrating and doing independent work was very difficult.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While smart factories focus on automating processes and integrating advanced technologies, human workers remain essential to factory operations.Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These include improving Astra’s understanding of various accents and uncommon words; giving it up to 10 minutes of in-session memory and reducing latency; and integrating it into a few Google products like Search, Lens, and Maps.Kylie Robison, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
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The changes are all part of the synergies that Alaska hopes to gain by merging with Hawaiian.Edward Russell, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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That’s kind of what has happened since the worlds of streetwear and luxury are merging.Layla Ilchi, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Polarizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polarizing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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