“There is, I think, a dangerous consolidation of power moving toward the Defense Department.”

“The majority of the payments go to large agribusinesses, which promotes the consolidation of farms.”

“Another important driver of the consolidation trend has been the growth of managed care.”

“This acquisition positions Procyon as a consolidator in the Canadian biotechnology industry.”

“With nine acquisitions in 2006, Rexel has reasserted its position as a leading industry consolidator.”

“Happily, this would help Mr Ross's companies, which have plants in Mexico, and position him as the industry's consolidator.”

“And the companies that fail to find them quickly will be subject to a new round of divestitures and consolidations.”

“Palpate the chest for subcutaneous emphysema and crepitus, and percuss for dullness, an indication of consolidations or effusions.”

“In other communes a two-thirds majority vote could enforce consolidations for the whole village.”