solidify
verb
so·lid·i·fy
sə-ˈli-də-ˌfī 
solidified; solidifying
1
: to make solid, compact, or hard
2
: to make secure, substantial, or firmly fixed
factors that solidify public opinion
: to become solid, compact, or hard
Examples of solidify in a Sentence
Work is under way to solidify the concrete that supports the building.
Hot wax solidifies as it cools.
Recent findings helped to solidify our position.
The international community is working to solidify its alliances.
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Musk, who is also CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is a complicating character in Trump’s effort to solidify U.S. leadership in AI.
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Kate Rooney,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 May 2025
While the original was built for versatility and durability, the Gen 2 brings a few notable upgrades that further solidify its position as a tool watch for everyday wear.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The Pacers, meanwhile, have solidified themselves as title contenders after sneaking their way into the conference finals last year.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 27 May 2025
His solo homer off left-hander Chris Sale evened the score on Friday and further solidified Sheets’ push to be considered an everyday guy.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
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Kate Rooney,ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 May 2025
While the original was built for versatility and durability, the Gen 2 brings a few notable upgrades that further solidify its position as a tool watch for everyday wear.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The Pacers, meanwhile, have solidified themselves as title contenders after sneaking their way into the conference finals last year.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 27 May 2025
His solo homer off left-hander Chris Sale evened the score on Friday and further solidified Sheets’ push to be considered an everyday guy.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
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“Solidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidify. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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solidify
verb
so·lid·i·fy
sə-ˈlid-ə-ˌfī
solidified; solidifying
: to make or become solid, compact, or hard
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