as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works
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Recent Examples of deepen
This is the perfect time to deepen your connections and nurture the bonds that mean the most to you.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
While President Trump’s high tariffs proposed for Vietnam have thrown a wrench into deepening ties, Vietnam continues to view the United States as a critical security counterweight to China, its northern neighbor.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Apr. 2025
Our concerns about conditions for children in federal government custody are deepening by the day as a result of this administration’s indiscriminate assault on legal and social service providers nationwide like RAICES.
—Dolores K. Schroeder, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
The launch of the Choe Hyon comes as North Korea -- which has traditionally lagged behind its neighbor and rival South Korea in terms of naval technology -- deepens military cooperation with Russia, amid the latter's invasion of Ukraine and subsequent standoff with the West.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
While President Trump’s high tariffs proposed for Vietnam have thrown a wrench into deepening ties, Vietnam continues to view the United States as a critical security counterweight to China, its northern neighbor.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Apr. 2025
Our concerns about conditions for children in federal government custody are deepening by the day as a result of this administration’s indiscriminate assault on legal and social service providers nationwide like RAICES.
—Dolores K. Schroeder, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
The launch of the Choe Hyon comes as North Korea -- which has traditionally lagged behind its neighbor and rival South Korea in terms of naval technology -- deepens military cooperation with Russia, amid the latter's invasion of Ukraine and subsequent standoff with the West.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepen
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Since then, Israel has announced a plan to intensify its war on Gaza.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
9 May 2025
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At the same time, customer acquisition costs are climbing, lifetime value is shrinking and the competitive landscape is intensifying.—
Amit Jhawar,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The recently operational Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link) further enhances accessibility to South Mumbai.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
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By replacing human workers with AI tools, Intuit aims to enhance efficiency and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving fintech sector.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The pro-Hindu nationalism of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has heightened communal tensions in the country.—
Farah N. Jan,
The Conversation,
10 May 2025
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With trust eroding and little progress made, the diplomatic window appears to be narrowing, heightening the risk that regional tensions could tip into open conflict.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The formula works on two fronts to create an optimal environment for hair growth while actively strengthening existing hair to decrease hair loss.—
Danielle Cohen,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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Cress sprout extract filters pollution and strengthens your barrier, while wild butter ginger root extract helps block damaging, dark-spot-inducing free radicals.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 May 2025
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“Deepen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepen. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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