as in to deepen
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks
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The book walks readers through concrete examples, from how melting Arctic ice is sparking territorial disputes to how droughts in Africa and the Middle East intensify resource conflicts.
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Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Venus Enters Aquarius and Aligns with Pluto Venus moves into the Air sign Aquarius, making our emotions more aloof; however, on this particular day, the romantic planet connects with Pluto, intensifying our sentiments.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Manhattan Project and Artificial Intelligence A U.S. congressional commission in November proposed a Manhattan Project-style initiative to fund the development of AI systems that will be as smart or smarter than humans, amid intensifying competition with China over advanced technologies.
—Margie Cullen, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
This reflects a broader escalation in Moscow’s crackdown on dissent, which began before the war but has intensified since February 2022.
—Anna Chernova, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Venus Enters Aquarius and Aligns with Pluto Venus moves into the Air sign Aquarius, making our emotions more aloof; however, on this particular day, the romantic planet connects with Pluto, intensifying our sentiments.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Manhattan Project and Artificial Intelligence A U.S. congressional commission in November proposed a Manhattan Project-style initiative to fund the development of AI systems that will be as smart or smarter than humans, amid intensifying competition with China over advanced technologies.
—Margie Cullen, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
This reflects a broader escalation in Moscow’s crackdown on dissent, which began before the war but has intensified since February 2022.
—Anna Chernova, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, reported that the assault had 'seriously damaged' its thermal power plants, deepening concerns about the country's energy stability while winter sets in.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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One such Art Basel Miami Beach artist whose work has deepened many horizons is Clarence James, a Washington, D.C.-based former street artist whose journey from graffiti to galleries has led to collaborations with Fendi and Chanel.Lilian Raji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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To me, to create for the young generation was more important than anybody else, always aiming to enhance the uniqueness and self-expression of every woman.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
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But companies in a wide range of industries are racing to enhance security measures for executives in the wake of the killing.Nathaniel Meyersohn and Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 7 Dec. 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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The lake itself sits near several seismic faults, according to the DWR, heightening the risk to 80,000 people who call Perris, the town that has arisen around the reservoir, home.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The small community strengthens its young people through a close connection with Country.Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Curiosity is the key to happiness in retirement, and core pursuits are effective vehicles for discovery, but they must be cultivated, strengthened, and expanded over time.Wes Moss, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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