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as in developing
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 increasing
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 intensifying
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 amplifying
That’s a good trade-off for the NBA, because the more voices amplifying the league, the better.
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Jason Jones, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Eastern Eagle Production, established in 2023, focuses on amplifying regional voices through authentic storytelling, bridging local talent and filmmakers with global audiences.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Based in Arizona, and dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices for the next generation of moviegoers, Camelback Productions’ board also includes Supriya Rao, with Smita Mehta, MD and Jennifer Verma as partners in the company.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
The committee described the comment as amplifying the pressure on Pence.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
As many as 100 million viewers are expected to tune in to the game, amplifying the exposure, streams and ticket sales Bad Bunny could see from the short — if meticulously staged — performances.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
In 2016, 2020, and 2024, refugee athletes marched under a neutral flag during the summer games, amplifying a global humanitarian message.
—Samuel Sanders, Time, 6 Feb. 2026
New rules around the balls — teams are able to prepare and practice with the same balls kickers use in-game — are amplifying these trends.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 3 Feb. 2026
Some bottoms were pleated, amplifying the voluminous looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
Jason Jones, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
Eastern Eagle Production, established in 2023, focuses on amplifying regional voices through authentic storytelling, bridging local talent and filmmakers with global audiences.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Based in Arizona, and dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices for the next generation of moviegoers, Camelback Productions’ board also includes Supriya Rao, with Smita Mehta, MD and Jennifer Verma as partners in the company.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
The committee described the comment as amplifying the pressure on Pence.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
As many as 100 million viewers are expected to tune in to the game, amplifying the exposure, streams and ticket sales Bad Bunny could see from the short — if meticulously staged — performances.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
In 2016, 2020, and 2024, refugee athletes marched under a neutral flag during the summer games, amplifying a global humanitarian message.
—Samuel Sanders, Time, 6 Feb. 2026
New rules around the balls — teams are able to prepare and practice with the same balls kickers use in-game — are amplifying these trends.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 3 Feb. 2026
Some bottoms were pleated, amplifying the voluminous looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amplifying
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However, adults 65 years and older and children younger than two are at higher risk of developing complications from the flu.—
Koko Nakajima,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clearer information on the strength, track, and timeline of the storm will become more available later today into Friday as computer models are able to better sample the pieces of energy that will merge into this developing coastal storm.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Fresh concrete is visible at both the western and eastern entrances, increasing protection that could help shield the facility from potential airstrikes, alongside trucks and other construction equipment at the site.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Coupled with large reductions to downtown trophy buildings and ever-increasing tax levies from local governments, bills that landed late last year enraged many homeowners.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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With early voting underway, candidates are intensifying their efforts in Austin and across the state ahead of primary election day.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
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Crisis intensifies Fuel shortages and blackouts have been intensifying in Cuba this month as the nation struggles to import oil for its power plants and refineries.—
Andrea Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The galaxies will dissociate and disappear, leaving only isolated masses expanding away from one another, with no energy left to extract.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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The hotel recently joined Wyndham Hotels and Resorts as part of the Trademark Collection, expanding its global reach while maintaining its independent spirit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Soriot rejects the idea that his investments in China risk accelerating the disruption of the science base in the UK and Europe.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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In the fourth quarter, revenues in the region were up 11 percent at constant currency, accelerating on the previous quarter, despite a challenging comparable base.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
19 Feb. 2026
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As a bonus, the exercise itself will in turn generate good feelings by increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin, two mood-enhancing neurotransmitters, that will reinforce the behavior.—
Leying Tang,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The award honors a Magic player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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The fork in the road was right there in front of them, one a direction of resetting, one of augmenting.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Preservation was part of the conversation when the two connected, but both were also focused on revitalization and augmenting the structure’s old-world charms with something fresh and modern.—
Lina Lecaro,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Prince William has deliberately distanced himself from Prince Harry, deepening a rift that remains unresolved six years later.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Political divides within countries are deepening, even among long-standing allies.—
Alan H.H. Fleischmann,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Amplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amplifying. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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