reinforcing

variants also reenforcing
present participle of reinforce
as in confirming
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea) letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate

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Recent Examples of reinforcing Upgrading and reinforcing the offensive line has to be a top priority in the offseason. Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024 Related Story Additionally, the project explores how to transform fibrous fragments collected during water treatment into new textile products, reinforcing the project’s commitment to the circular economy. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Dec. 2024 This dynamic can even lead you to subconsciously seek out partners in visible need of saving, reinforcing a cycle that emotionally drains you and leaves your relationships unbalanced. Mark Travers, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024 These substances included natural compounds found in the human microbiome and metabolic processes, reinforcing the connection between gut health and aging. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024 The spot highlights Clark as the epitome of a Good Neighbor, reinforcing State Farm’s dedication to working with top athletes who strive to make a positive community impact. Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 Additional storage is incorporated into the external boxes on each passenger door, enhancing capacity while also reinforcing the vehicle’s ballistic and blast defenses. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Nov. 2024 In the winter, the trash mounds get buried in snow and remain frozen in place for days, sometimes weeks, reinforcing the city’s reputation as dirty. Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024 The simple act of acknowledging the good in life rewires the brain, reinforcing a positive outlook that can buffer against stress. Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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  • With Microsoft confirming a critical new Windows zero-day vulnerability this week, the fact that Google has confirmed two high-risk security vulnerabilities in the Chrome web browser might appear less of an issue.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In addition, the Senate has directed all of its energy during the lame-duck session toward confirming as many of Biden's judicial nominees as possible, while the House is focused on passing a short-term spending bill.
    Tobi Raji The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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  • Thank you for supporting The Atlantic.
    Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Ethiopia should commit to reaching a legally binding agreement based in international law that preserves all parties' water security while supporting Ethiopia's development goals.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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  • These technologies are being leveraged for many benefits, including automating repetitive tasks, verifying documents, detecting errors, reducing timelines, identifying risk, providing interactive experiences for borrowers and analyzing customer behaviors, among other things.
    Miriam Moore, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This watch comes with an extract from Patek Philippe’s archives, verifying the production date.
    Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 6 Dec. 2024
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  • However, establishing an efficient DevOps program isn’t without its challenges.
    Igor Rikalo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The complexities of navigating the FDA approval process, conducting clinical trials, and establishing manufacturing and distribution networks demanded substantial investment.
    Geri Stengel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

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“Reinforcing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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