as in reviving
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as in increase
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as in hardening
to increase the ability of (as a muscle) to exert physical force
lifting weights every day will eventually strengthen your muscles the army makes new recruits run for miles in order to strengthen them
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as in fortifying
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
required weeks of physical therapy to strengthen his arm enough to pitch for the team again
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as in deepening
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
encouraged the boarding school students to strengthen their ties with the community by doing public service
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as in bracing
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
strengthened herself for the moment she'd have to tell her friend that she had lost the borrowed necklace
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as in stiffening
to make more harsh, uncompromising, or severe
a bill was introduced to strengthen punishments for hate crimes
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Recent Examples of strengthening
Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Based on my experience guiding companies through strengthening their privacy practices, here are four steps to consider.
—Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Growing American extraction capacity should be prioritized over strengthening foreign mining partnerships to guarantee a secure supply.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Tiered levels often provide exclusive rewards like early sale access or point multipliers, strengthening the customer-brand relationship and increasing post-purchase engagement.
—Nikita Korchevskyi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
These rules are aimed at strengthening security, but instead, their sheer volume often leads to confusion, redundancy and inefficiency.
—Rizwan Jan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
His office previously told Axios that his health care priorities for next year include oversight of the Inflation Reduction Act, holding drug supply intermediaries accountable, and strengthening health transparency.
—Victoria Knight, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
Its entry into the Korean market through collaborations with Ed-Tech startups demonstrates its focus on localized solutions and strengthening its presence in new regions.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
Not renewing it—indeed, not strengthening the bill with more tax cuts—will seriously damage the economy, says Steve Forbes.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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This one-stop-shop approach eliminates the need for fragmented solutions, further strengthening its market position.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Based on my experience guiding companies through strengthening their privacy practices, here are four steps to consider.
—Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Growing American extraction capacity should be prioritized over strengthening foreign mining partnerships to guarantee a secure supply.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Tiered levels often provide exclusive rewards like early sale access or point multipliers, strengthening the customer-brand relationship and increasing post-purchase engagement.
—Nikita Korchevskyi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
These rules are aimed at strengthening security, but instead, their sheer volume often leads to confusion, redundancy and inefficiency.
—Rizwan Jan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
His office previously told Axios that his health care priorities for next year include oversight of the Inflation Reduction Act, holding drug supply intermediaries accountable, and strengthening health transparency.
—Victoria Knight, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
Its entry into the Korean market through collaborations with Ed-Tech startups demonstrates its focus on localized solutions and strengthening its presence in new regions.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
Not renewing it—indeed, not strengthening the bill with more tax cuts—will seriously damage the economy, says Steve Forbes.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strengthening
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The average premium increase is estimated around 7%, according to a report from insurance research site ValuePenguin.com.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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But the recent uptick has reversed some progress made at the start of this year that had landed price increases right near the Fed's target of 2%.Max Zahn, ABC News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Antimony is used in solar cells and increasingly in defense technology like infrared missiles and nuclear weapons and as a hardening agent for bullets and tanks.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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As our protagonist makes his flight from bondage along the Mississippi River, dodging slavers, sailing alongside an unrecognizable Huck, indignities continue to accumulate, hardening James, until violent delights culminate in delightfully violent ends.The Atlantic, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
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This beta service converts light novels into immersive audio dramas, enhancing storytelling and deepening audience engagement.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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Each side interprets the data to fit its narrative, often deepening divides rather than bridging them.Francois Botha, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Instead of adjusting their beliefs, individuals advocate for their perspective and attempt to sway others to see things their way.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Commit to making progress in these areas, regularly reviewing and adjusting your approach based on the results.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Accessibility Documentation Proper accessibility documentation is essential for demonstrating compliance with legal standards and enhancing transparency in procurement processes.Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Amazon has implemented effective cost management strategies, adopting a more measured hiring pace and enhancing operational efficiency.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, other portions of the United States are bracing for winter storms.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Don't set your thermostat too low Penny-pinchers might be tempted to set their thermostat at bracing levels and survive the winter by bundling up in layers or piling on blankets.Eric Lagatta, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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Verghese said caregivers and loved ones could also engage in cognitively and mentally stimulating activities like puzzles, cards, and strategy games to keep the brain active.Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 6 Dec. 2024
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Compounds with stimulating effects have been used by humans for millennia, sometimes in war for the purposes of alleviating fear or increasing alertness.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Upgrading and reinforcing the offensive line has to be a top priority in the offseason.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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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
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