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as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
several controversial measures have heightened parental awareness of the impact of school policy decisions
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as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
heightened the hem on her skirt just a couple of inches
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Recent Examples of heightening
Robert Lang, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
While many of these strikes were intercepted, Ukraine's largest energy company said that the attack had caused significant damage to its thermal power plants, heightening concerns about energy stability and endurance as winter approaches.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Cyberattacks are heightening in frequency and complexity, particularly against critical infrastructure.
—Pukar Hamal, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Most recently, coastal areas such as Barnegat Light saw drones tailing Coast Guard vessels, further heightening speculation about their purpose.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 16 Dec. 2024
Both these indications suggest that admissions competition—after years of heightening—might be easing.
—Anna Esaki-Smith, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Following Assad's removal, the United States is particularly concerned about the power vacuum that may arise, potentially heightening regional tensions and providing an opportunity for ISIS to regain influence.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
These conditions, which include low humidity levels, will persist through Wednesday, heightening the risk of wildfires in the region.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
But even for its heightening visibility in pop culture, the term is still somewhat nebulous — evoking a range from curiosity to dread.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Two players, former best friends and lovers of Tashi, engage in a prolonged physical and mental duel during the film’s final act — a thrilling, non-contact battle heightening the tension and creating a captivating dance of power and desire.
—Robert Lang, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024
While many of these strikes were intercepted, Ukraine's largest energy company said that the attack had caused significant damage to its thermal power plants, heightening concerns about energy stability and endurance as winter approaches.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Cyberattacks are heightening in frequency and complexity, particularly against critical infrastructure.
—Pukar Hamal, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Most recently, coastal areas such as Barnegat Light saw drones tailing Coast Guard vessels, further heightening speculation about their purpose.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 16 Dec. 2024
Both these indications suggest that admissions competition—after years of heightening—might be easing.
—Anna Esaki-Smith, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Following Assad's removal, the United States is particularly concerned about the power vacuum that may arise, potentially heightening regional tensions and providing an opportunity for ISIS to regain influence.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
These conditions, which include low humidity levels, will persist through Wednesday, heightening the risk of wildfires in the region.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
But even for its heightening visibility in pop culture, the term is still somewhat nebulous — evoking a range from curiosity to dread.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heightening
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Inflationary pressures are also likely intensifying, in part due to the recent depreciation of the ruble.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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What To Know While Winter Storm Blair and the polar vortex are not the same, they are expected to overlap, potentially intensifying and causing more extreme conditions, particularly ice and sleet.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Prospects of heightened inflation could also hinder the Fed from keeping up with interest-rate cuts, even as other central banks proceed with cuts, further lifting the dollar.Saqib Iqbal Ahmed, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Tech names and semiconductor stocks were among the big winners of the day, lifting the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq.Sean Conlon, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Other popular coins saw increases of as much as 17% after election decisions went public.Aaron Cirksena, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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But those companies paid the price in 2024 as even wealthy shoppers began to balk at the level of increases.Evan Clark, WWD, 2 Jan. 2025
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Many of their veterans are in deepening slumps at the wrong time.Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Despairing of his father’s physical decline and deepening depression, Filip and his friend and co-director Fredrik Wikingsson (the pair are popular TV personalities in Sweden) conspire to get the old man out of the house and on the road – to France.Matthew Carey, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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The suit alleges that millions of Times articles were used without authorization in training AI models, raising fundamental questions about intellectual property rights in the digital age.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Firmware updates, essential for patching vulnerabilities and enhancing router functionality, are also largely ignored.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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This might involve granting clearance to select staff, contracting with specialized cybersecurity firms, or enhancing internal information technology capabilities.Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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In addition, pharmaceutical companies should focus on elevating business acumen, diagnostic capabilities, and influence skills within their teams.Rita Numerof, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The potential of voice recognition technology is not limited to elevating user experience.Ilya Lashch, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This means not only strengthening technical defenses but also fostering a culture of security awareness at every level.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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This dynamic fosters mutual respect and curiosity, strengthening the overall mentorship culture within the organization.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Heightening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heightening. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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