: made or become greater : augmented
at increased risk for heart disease
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an increased concentration of sugar in the bloodstream
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Due to increased demands and depletion during intense exercise, athletes may need 10-20% more magnesium than less active individuals.
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Erika Prouty, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
His place in the side is arguably at its most fragile since Emery arrived in October 2022, weakened by minor injuries stifling rhythm and confidence, plus increased competition: first from Jhon Duran and latterly Marcus Rashford.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
On April 19, there will be a special Commuter Rail schedule starting at 4 a.m., including additional trains added to the regular Fitchburg Line to accommodate increased ridership.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
Because of her size, Rivers is capable of defending multiple positions at an elite level and should be able to handle the increased physicality of the professional game.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2025
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Erika Prouty, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
His place in the side is arguably at its most fragile since Emery arrived in October 2022, weakened by minor injuries stifling rhythm and confidence, plus increased competition: first from Jhon Duran and latterly Marcus Rashford.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
On April 19, there will be a special Commuter Rail schedule starting at 4 a.m., including additional trains added to the regular Fitchburg Line to accommodate increased ridership.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
Because of her size, Rivers is capable of defending multiple positions at an elite level and should be able to handle the increased physicality of the professional game.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Increased.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/increased. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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