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centering

[sen-ter-ing] / ˈsɛn tər ɪŋ /
NOUN
concentration
Synonyms
STRONGEST
absorption combination consolidation
STRONG
application assembly centralization clustering compression concern congregation convergence converging debate deliberation fixing focusing heed intensification narrowing need single-mindedness study unity
WEAK
amassing bringing to bear close attention coalescing compacting flocking huddling massing
Antonyms
STRONGEST
division parting separation severance
WEAK
dispersal scattering

Example Sentences

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This time, instead of centering around the private sector, a Treasury crisis could hamper the government’s ability to finance itself.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

While many international productions of “Carmen” have historically minimized Spain by centering its titular femme fatale, Hindoyan said this version puts the Mediterranean country back in the picture.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Officials appear to have converged on a near-term halt in rate reductions, with their debate now centering around what conditions justify further rate cuts -- and how quickly these should take place.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

I go there every day, and it is the most blissful, centering, connected part of the day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

“This is centering the chi,” Miss Lizzy say.

From "Girls Like Us" by Gail Giles