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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In Memphis, Tenn., 31-year old Justin Pearson is finding support by centering data-center opposition in his Democratic campaign for Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Going into the tournament there was a lot of talk centering on how Aronimink could prove too easy for the world's best.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

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

But instead, I force myself to take three deep, centering breaths.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

centering

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