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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Recent Examples of intensify
The Israeli military campaign is only intensifying, however.
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Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 11 Aug. 2025
As the violence intensifies, Seiple places the camera in surprising places, like when it’s attached to doors that move with the action.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 9 Aug. 2025
Using a dropper, Giusti added the equivalent of a splash of vinegar or lime juice, and the blue intensified.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2025
The rumors intensified after Red Bull ousted former team principal Christian Horner.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 11 Aug. 2025
As the violence intensifies, Seiple places the camera in surprising places, like when it’s attached to doors that move with the action.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 9 Aug. 2025
Using a dropper, Giusti added the equivalent of a splash of vinegar or lime juice, and the blue intensified.
—Shayla Love, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2025
The rumors intensified after Red Bull ousted former team principal Christian Horner.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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Laureano has deepened his hitting groove so far with his team.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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In short, a healthy conflict serves as a reminder that the relationship can survive tough moments and even deepen because of them.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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What steps to follow when driving in the rain? Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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His ongoing mission is to elevate public safety and rescue operations, using technology to enhance how communities respond to the needs of their most vulnerable citizens.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Auroral activity has been heightened since last year, when the sun reached the peak of its 11-year solar cycle, which is a catalyst for coronal mass ejections and solar flares that contribute to stronger auroral activity.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Trump administration has also heightened deportation efforts — but Giordano said what city and department officials have been saying for months: Phoenix police do not enforce immigration laws and do not work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Rather than redefining love, Frisson aims to make space for it—to help couples notice, share, and strengthen connection in a form that’s thoughtful, personal, and lasting.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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CIOs are focusing on strategies that improve patient care, streamline operations, and strengthen data security in a digital-first environment.—
David Chou,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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