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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People walk past the Korea Exchange (KRX) building, as stock markets in Asia as a whole have been affected by the intensifying political turmoil over president Yoon Suk Yeol's role in martial law, in Seoul, South Korea, on 9 December, 2024.
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 June 2026
The position competitions and battles for roster spots will begin in July before intensifying in August.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 23 June 2026
This comparison has intensified since the Iran war cut off oil and gas supplies to Asia, which will take months to recover from.
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
But heatwaves are also intensified by climate change.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 June 2026
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Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 June 2026
The position competitions and battles for roster spots will begin in July before intensifying in August.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 23 June 2026
This comparison has intensified since the Iran war cut off oil and gas supplies to Asia, which will take months to recover from.
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
But heatwaves are also intensified by climate change.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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Starmer has vowed to fight any leadership contest, deepening the sense of crisis within the Labour Party.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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In the years following 2020, cities nationwide experienced alarming increases in homicides, shootings and other crime as the COVID-19 pandemic upended daily life, destabilized local economies and deepened distrust in public institutions.—
Diane Goldstein,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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The project in Boyle Heights would enhance bike lanes and pedestrian-level lighting and improve shading by planting more than 300 shade trees.—
Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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While making ergonomic improvements to the CJ4 Gen3 cabin, for instance, Citation added a glass cockpit that will enhance its reputation as the light-jet leader for single pilots.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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Reducing capital would heighten risks for depositors and taxpayers in future financial crises, as robust capital buffers are essential safeguards.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Like its predecessor 30 Rock, that constant patter defines the show’s tone by heightening its world into near absurdity, all while remaining grounded in the emotional realities of its characters.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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The fragrance-free formula moisturizes with ceramides to help restore and strengthen the skin barrier, while the brand's signature thermal spring water soothes and rebalances stressed-out skin.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 June 2026
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Sign up for a short learning series that sharpens skills, then share one takeaway with someone close to strengthen connection.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 June 2026
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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