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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2
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beef (up)
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The United States and Australia on Monday unveiled a landmark agreement to boost critical minerals and rare earths projects, aiming to reduce reliance on China and strengthen defense and tech supply chains.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025 -
With trust and engagement at an all-time low, companies need to help leaders strengthen human skills such as self-awareness, clear communication, and compassion.—
Rasmus Hougaard,
Harvard Business Review,
20 Oct. 2025
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Shared resources, intimate interactions, and unspoken bonds intensify.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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Revelations and reports on both sides of the state line, including an Overland Park real estate deal tied to the Royals, have only intensified speculation about either team’s intentions.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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The research team revealed that the findings of the study offer new insights into enhancing the performance of electrochemical systems, including batteries, fuel cells, and sensors.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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Some of these technologies are essential for ensuring the proper functioning of the service or website and cannot be disabled, while others are optional but serve to enhance the user experience in various ways.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
24 Oct. 2025
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For some, Munir’s prominent role in deepening ties with the US have resurfaced fears about the military’s influence on Pakistan’s political landscape.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Bulgari deepened its cultural engagement with India by bringing the Serpenti Infinito Exhibition to the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai — its third global stop.—
Mayu Saini,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Her personality evolves on her 13th birthday, heightening her witchy attributes.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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As cellphones have cultivated a certain sense of isolation and observing memorable moments on social media versus actually having them, the luxury sector’s interest in experiences may heighten.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Beef (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beef%20%28up%29. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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