as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works
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Recent Examples of deepen
Eggers counters that by deepening Ellen’s characterization, writing her as a woman more graphically torn apart by Nosferatu’s meddling and more distinctly driven to reclaim control over her own physicality and sexuality.
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Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 22 Jan. 2025
Consider sound, touch and even scent to deepen emotional engagement.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
Expansion enhanced the value of the regular season, deepening fan interest in more teams throughout October and November.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
Second, invest in initiatives that deepen your audience’s connection to your brand.
—Will Fan, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 22 Jan. 2025
Consider sound, touch and even scent to deepen emotional engagement.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
Expansion enhanced the value of the regular season, deepening fan interest in more teams throughout October and November.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
Second, invest in initiatives that deepen your audience’s connection to your brand.
—Will Fan, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for deepen
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepen
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Speculation about his future in politics has intensified as the 18-year-old begins to take on more visible roles, both during his father's campaign and at official events.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Without these efforts, California’s wildfire crisis will only intensify, fueled by plants never meant to be here in the first place.—
Hannah Singleton,
WIRED,
21 Jan. 2025
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Beckham has been a brand ambassador for Tudor since 2017 and has been seen wearing a wide range of Tudor models in various settings, using his style and status to enhance Tudor’s image and reach.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
18 Jan. 2025
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For students, the key is to leverage these tools thoughtfully—to enhance, not replace, their authentic efforts.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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This misalignment heightens the risks of cardiovascular events and accidents, confirming the profound impact of light on our well-being.—
Maria Sokolina,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Security was heightened at the Constitutional Court on Tuesday, after a mob of angry Yoon supporters went on a rampage through the district court that issued a warrant to extend his detention early on Sunday.—
Reuters,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
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Sterling strengthened on Wednesday after cooler-than-expected inflation prints out of the U.K. and U.S. sparked optimism around the U.K. economy and strengthened market bets on Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.—
Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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Cycling helps to strengthen the muscles around the knee, helping to support the joints and reduce pain, while also improving flexibility and range of motion.—
Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Deepen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepen. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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