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as in intensified
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as in enlightened
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as in improved
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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as in heightened
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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as in sweetened
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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Recent Examples of enhanced
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Moody interior spaces are burrowed into the hillsides and have an almost cave-like quality enhanced by lumpy carve-outs in the concrete walls and ceilings.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Household spending on health insurance will increase across multiple income groups if enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are allowed to expire next year, Urban Institute researchers found.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.
—David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
One major factor in the growth of his net worth is Altman's significant investments in various startups and companies through his venture funds, including Hydrazine Capital and Apollo Projects, which have diversified his assets and enhanced his standing as a savvy investor.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
There is theatre around this size, but just as importantly, the quality is enhanced.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The White House Offer also enhanced Microsoft’s competitive position by reducing the likelihood that the government would open bidding for cybersecurity products in the future, given the cornucopia of offerings in the G5.
—Renee Dudley, ProPublica, 15 Nov. 2024
In other words, the constant flow of electric current through the sockets may have enhanced the metal zinc's plastic behavior, therefore weakening its grip.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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These bourbons each showcase unique flavors enhanced by Sherry or Port cask finishes and have earned top honors for their quality.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Moody interior spaces are burrowed into the hillsides and have an almost cave-like quality enhanced by lumpy carve-outs in the concrete walls and ceilings.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Household spending on health insurance will increase across multiple income groups if enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are allowed to expire next year, Urban Institute researchers found.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.
—David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
One major factor in the growth of his net worth is Altman's significant investments in various startups and companies through his venture funds, including Hydrazine Capital and Apollo Projects, which have diversified his assets and enhanced his standing as a savvy investor.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
There is theatre around this size, but just as importantly, the quality is enhanced.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
The White House Offer also enhanced Microsoft’s competitive position by reducing the likelihood that the government would open bidding for cybersecurity products in the future, given the cornucopia of offerings in the G5.
—Renee Dudley, ProPublica, 15 Nov. 2024
In other words, the constant flow of electric current through the sockets may have enhanced the metal zinc's plastic behavior, therefore weakening its grip.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhanced
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And so, Dune: Prophecy now moves forward with the exciting truth that the Bene Gesserit is not an independent force to guide the universe down a more enlightened path, but a political organization tainted by the Harkonnens’ age-old beef.Scott Tobias, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2024
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But The Roots have been a favorite of enlightened hip-hop fans since not long after forming in 1987.George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2024
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Since then, new sweeteners have been ushered in which improved heat stability.Hank Cardello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This integration has improved workflow efficiency, quality control and employee onboarding.Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The focus on the river intensified with the vehicle drifting south from the marina, turning over and finally sinking, police said.Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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And actor Mark Hamill went into lockdown on Tuesday as the fire intensified.Hanna Park, Robert Shackelford and Mary Gilbert, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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By contrast, the recent behavior of the rebels who have just conquered Syria looks reassuringly civilized.Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
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The United States is a civilized country with strong democratic institutions.Steven A. Harvey, Baltimore Sun, 4 Nov. 2024
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Any unease was heightened by the crowd remarking on a blaze that appeared to only march forward.Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Existing norms of deterrence still operate, even if they are being tested, and so direct, large-scale military conflict between major adversarial states is unlikely, although the risks are heightened.Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Majors, who’d previously pleaded not guilty to all charges, was acquitted on another assault charge and one count of aggravated harassment.Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
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Diego Montaña, Alejandro Freire and Kaio Amaral were found guilty of aggravated murder, and Alejandro Míguez of complicity.Reuters, CNN, 24 Nov. 2024
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The menu, too, is very grown up—fundamentally Italian, as much of the cooking in the Tarlow universe is, and built around a live-fire oven that crackles in the open kitchen, which fills the front section of one of the restaurant’s two rooms.Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan, Modern Family followed the extended Dunphy family, including patriarch Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neill), his two grown kids Claire and Mitchell (Ferguson), as well as their spouses and kids.Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Dec. 2024
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From stunning city views to beautiful countryside, my appreciation for this state has deepened.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Environmental concerns deepened when El Salvador joined the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Sustainable Development (IGF), a global association of countries addressing mining issues.Jesus Mesa, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Enhanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhanced. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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