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as in expanded
to express more fully and in greater detail
after filing a report of missing luggage, he was asked to amplify a bit as to the circumstances
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as in increased
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the number of blood volunteers was significantly amplified by the promise of thank-you gifts to donors
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as in intensified
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
a fox's large ears serve to amplify such sounds as little critters skittering among stones
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Recent Examples of amplified
The risks are amplified as the PLA Navy expands its reach.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
While social media posts have amplified the city online in recent years, it’s also been helped by its own economic development.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Paparazzi disruptions during filming only amplified the scrutiny.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 12 Feb. 2026
While enforcement can concern legal residents, many fears are amplified by groups that have promoted un-American policies like sanctuary cities that undermine the rule of law and our country’s social fabric.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
That danger is amplified when their body isn’t fully healthy.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
At the White Horse, that faith is amplified by sweat, live fiddle and the unspoken understanding that someone is expected to lead.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
These fears are amplified by what psychologists call the spotlight effect – our tendency to overestimate how much other people notice and judge us.
—Peter McGraw, Washington Post, 9 Feb. 2026
State investments have further amplified our focus on high-demand programs.
—Torey Alston, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
While social media posts have amplified the city online in recent years, it’s also been helped by its own economic development.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Paparazzi disruptions during filming only amplified the scrutiny.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 12 Feb. 2026
While enforcement can concern legal residents, many fears are amplified by groups that have promoted un-American policies like sanctuary cities that undermine the rule of law and our country’s social fabric.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
That danger is amplified when their body isn’t fully healthy.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
At the White Horse, that faith is amplified by sweat, live fiddle and the unspoken understanding that someone is expected to lead.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
These fears are amplified by what psychologists call the spotlight effect – our tendency to overestimate how much other people notice and judge us.
—Peter McGraw, Washington Post, 9 Feb. 2026
State investments have further amplified our focus on high-demand programs.
—Torey Alston, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amplified
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Initially created to oversee the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, the board has since expanded to address conflicts worldwide.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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In 1998, the firm expanded into furniture with Mario Bellini’s revolutionary Bellini chair, which was awarded the prestigious Compasso d’Oro design award in 2001.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Premium news outlets aimed specifically at major investors and other serious financial institutions have increased significantly in recent years as media companies have looked to cater to premium advertisers and subscribers.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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As the sales increased, so did Pim's box goal.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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But while the model shifted toward authenticity, the pressure intensified.—
Mina Haque,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Since late January, the harsh cold has has not only intensified demand for home heating oil but also natural gas and electricity.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2026
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Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed an ultra-stretchable material that repels nearly any liquid and holds up under extreme deformation.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Freret is one of three krewes throwing biodegradable beads developed at Louisiana State University.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The series adds to a growing wave of Iberian co-productions leveraging talent and locations from both countries, a trend that has accelerated as Spanish and Portuguese producers increasingly look to pool resources and expand their reach globally.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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The January raid reshaped the balance of power in the country and accelerated changes to its most important economic asset.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The latter impression is enhanced by an abundance of background light, but the images remain stunning.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Riffs on that comedy were enhanced in 2004 by former Python Eric Idle, with co-writer John Du Prez.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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That was a different place and time, when the Heat were mere complementary components away from title contention, which Chris Andersen certainly augmented.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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In Newport Beach, one of the charter cities in Orange County, the Police Department is augmented by a contractor to help monitor parking issues.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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Two shows, much of it improvised, will be staged at The Conrad in La Jolla next Sunday and that heightened, in-the-moment energy transmits to the audience.—
Marcia Luttrell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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The polarized response to the Super Bowl halftime show was heightened by the president signaling his strong distaste for Bad Bunny both before and after the game.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Amplified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amplified. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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