1
as in stimulates
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
an important news story that doesn't need to be amped up with sensationalism
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as in intensifies
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
inflammatory rhetoric that served only to amp up the civil unrest that was overspreading the city
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amps (up)
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Lion’s mane stimulates nerve growth factor and neurogenesis, enhances memory, focus, clarity and mood, and chaga mushrooms can enhance physical performance, oxygen utilization and give an endurance boost.—
Ryan Brennan
May 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 May 2026 -
Initially, coffee may cause a temporary increase in blood pressure because caffeine stimulates the nervous system.—
Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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The flowers’ blue color intensifies with the summer sun.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Newsom and other supporters have said the tunnel would protect the state’s water system as climate change intensifies severe droughts and deluges.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Compared to other regions in the country, Dubrovnik could be harder hit if the fuel crisis deepens because of its location at the southern tip of Croatia’s Adriatic Sea coastline.—
Darko Bandic,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Compared to other regions in the country, Dubrovnik could be harder hit if the fuel crisis deepens because of its location at the southern tip of Croatia's Adriatic Sea coastline.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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By using ultra-resolution upscaling and LUT tonal balancing, Coco enhances clarity while retaining natural textures.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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White curtains offer a clean, fresh backdrop that enhances the vibrancy of bright pops of color in your home without competing for attention.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Local firm Studio Munge’s design is restrained but exacting, which heightens the impact of the details.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mikhail Metzel | Via Reuters Russia has offered to help China with any potential energy shortfall, as the war in the Middle East heightens geopolitical divisions and threatens global commodity supplies.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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Similarly, Texas requires a valid photo ID for filing deeds, and strengthens notary regulations by prohibiting notaries from sealing documents if the person signing is not physically present.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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This move strengthens our wellness design leadership and reflects our focus on expanding capabilities, not just geography.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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“Amps (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amps%20%28up%29. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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