1
as in to strengthen
to increase the ability of (as a muscle) to exert physical force
beefed up the walls with iron bars
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as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
will beef up security for the next few days while the president is in town
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This action, Turk explained, strengthens their bond and benefits both parties.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Oct. 2024
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And strides within the MS community to bring about awareness have only strengthened the hope for those living with the condition.Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2024
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When the sun is in Scorpio, the energy of transformation is intensified.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Rafael is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane Tuesday and could rapidly intensify over the warm water of the northwest Caribbean, according to the National Hurricane Center.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 4 Nov. 2024
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The delicate top layer of luxurious golden foam enhances the flavors and aroma for a velvety-smooth sipping experience.Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024
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Soft notes of peppercorns and white florals enhance the natural smell of each wearer.Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 Nov. 2024
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Several Southeast Asian countries are deepening their security ties with the U.S., yet China remains the region’s largest trading partner.Nicholas Gordon, Fortune Asia, 4 Nov. 2024
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Impulse ensured every elegant moment became a lasting memory, deepening guest engagement with the Veuve Clicquot brand in real time.Meredith Ogilvie-Thompson, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Amazon show not only hits the game’s major plot points, but adds a new layer of connective tissue to its narrative that mostly heightens its story for the better.Isaiah Colbert, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
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Spooky Season Is at Its Height as the Sun Enters Scorpio The Sun enters Scorpio at 6:14 p.m. ET, heightening our intuition and innermost sentiments.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
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