compounds 1 of 2

noun

Definition of compoundsnext
plural of compound
as in mixtures
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things mixed the chemicals together to form a new compound

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compounds

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verb

present tense third-person singular of compound
1
as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number we compounded our error by waiting too long to call for help

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2
as in couples
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole the German language's propensity for compounding words

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  1. increases
  2. accelerates
  3. connects
  4. expands
  5. augments
  6. combinations
  7. integrates
Verb
  • Making the municipal bond market more efficient and less costly in turn increases accessibility.
    Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This precision reduces wasted ad spend and increases conversion likelihood, making advertising efforts more efficient and cost-effective.
    Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of increases
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  • That approach is expected to continue as the Endowment, which is the largest private donor to each of the four institutions, accelerates its distributions over the next 15 years.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As the company accelerates its factory relocation to shorten supply chains and move production closer to customers, accurate factory digital twins have played a key role and also delivered some unexpected benefits.
    Carolyn Schwaar, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of accelerates
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  • The annual Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest, which connects early-stage tech businesses with resources and a statewide business network, is accepting entries for its 2025 competition.
    Genevieve Redsten, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This part connects the rocket’s two stages, enabling it to separate at high altitudes.
    Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of connects
Verb
  • California’s healthcare program for low-income residents is also costing more than expected as the state expands eligibility to all income-eligible adults, regardless of immigration status, and experiences an increase in the number of seniors seeking services.
    Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Ares, which is already invested in MLS franchise Inter Miami, expands into NFL ownership.
    David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of expands
Verb
  • By promoting healthy digital habits, schools and families can work together to ensure social media augments rather than harms their children’s lives.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
  • This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO.
    Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of augments
Noun
  • Since these factors and their varied combinations are specific to each individual, a one-of-a-kind developmental path is created, along with unique manifestations of any condition or disorder that may affect them.
    Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Some of the puzzles can be quite complex, while others can be solved easily by trying X-number of combinations in rapid succession — although both means are still true to the character.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of combinations
Verb
  • Organizations should look for a database that integrates chargemaster, clinical and quality RWD data from thousands of sites.
    Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Look for a platform that integrates seamlessly with existing core banking systems, enabling smooth interaction between digital assets and traditional finance.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of integrates
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