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
Sara Coughlin, SELF, 28 May 2025
Officers saw a rifle in the front passenger seat of the van and found an AR-15-style pistol in the center console area, according to the warrants.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
Kristen Jordan Shamus, USA Today, 19 May 2025
Lowry then waited beside the swarm of Jets, each embracing Scheifele in turn, each trying to console him at an inconsolable time.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 18 May 2025
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Noun
The console offers different preset workout programs and tracks your heart rate, time, and distance.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 28 May 2025
Officers saw a rifle in the front passenger seat of the van and found an AR-15-style pistol in the center console area, according to the warrants.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
Verb
Russell tried to console Elissa and somehow managed to keep himself composed, holding up both of them through the disappointment.
—Kristen Jordan Shamus, USA Today, 19 May 2025
Lowry then waited beside the swarm of Jets, each embracing Scheifele in turn, each trying to console him at an inconsolable time.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for console
Noun
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Be sure cabinet hardware selections don’t clash or compete with other finishes in the room, including other hardware, lighting, or fixtures.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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Gracie Oaks Versus 20-Pair Shoe Storage Cabinet Keep your shoes neatly organized with this storage cabinet, which conceals up to 20 pairs.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Verb
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As another marcher with medical experience stepped in to take care of her, Victor stayed with her husband to comfort him.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
2 June 2025
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In the background, the handcuffed aide is heard crying while someone tries to comfort her.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
Noun
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The shelf-stable stars that make mealtime prep a breeze Spice up your cupboard!—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Drawers, closets, cupboards, chests, cabinets and garages fill and overfill.—
Marni Jameson,
Oc Register,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Less Is More In an effort to reassure, many leaders flood teams with excessive updates, data, dashboards and updates, ironically creating confusion instead of clarity.—
David Meade,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The network evening newscasts are still considered the flagships of the broadcast news divisions, the anchor chairs where legends like Cronkite, Jennings, Brokaw, Walters and Rather informed the nation day in and day out, and reassured them in times of tumult and crisis.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Attendees can also enjoy hourly light shows, explore a voice zone featuring messages from the BTS members, and visit an archive exhibit showcasing album covers, trophies and the members’ personalized lockers.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
1 June 2025
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Players milled about, going from the kitchen to the shower to their lockers.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
Verb
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Companies that issue stablecoins are meant to hold reserves of other assets to back their coins and assure buyers about their value.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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There are so many cures to be discovered, sources of energy to be revealed – the discoveries that will shape the future and assure American competitiveness into the next century.—
Ann Kirschner,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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There’s a song that says, go up into the higher room and just go into the closet and have a conversation with God.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
6 June 2025
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Georgia’s son Austin, who was playing hide-and-seek and hiding in the closet of Tom’s room, witnessed his mom smother Tom with a pillow.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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In addition to yoga, guests can immerse themselves in floating sound baths, a tranquil, multisensory experience that combines gentle sound therapy with the soothing sensation of water for deep relaxation.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The color expert points out the hue's soothing nature and refreshing vibe that turn an ordinary bathroom into a personal retreat.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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“Console.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/console. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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