1
as in strengthened
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 intensified
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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Meanwhile in the Pacific, Hurricane Narda has strengthened, but remains south of Baja, California.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025 -
Fortune’s reporting shows top executives probe for authenticity, motivation, and self-awareness—areas strengthened by Welch’s reframing advice—not weakened by exit signals or defensive answers.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
22 Sep. 2025
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Despite the stumble, Davis showed charisma and rhythm as the competition intensified.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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The budget stalemate has intensified as Democrats feel betrayed by earlier spending cuts that Republicans passed on party lines.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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Few have no opinion of her anymore; stances have hardened in hindsight.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025
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Perceptions of the economy's direction have hardened, too.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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Thinking Long-term Della Valle has for years voiced his belief in a long-term approach — heightened and reflected by his decision to delist the group last year.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Tensions have heightened between Tehran and Washington since June, when the United States joined Israel and attacked Iranian nuclear sites during a 12-day war between Israel and Iran.—
Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Rainfall Trillions upon trillions of gallons of water fell as rain, enhanced by a rain event across the mountains even before Helene made landfall.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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The cast-iron is further enhanced with an enamel coating that not only looks attractive, but also prevents food from sticking to the bottom.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Sep. 2025
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Beijing has also deepened defense partnerships in its neighborhood, notably making inroads in military sales to Indonesia and Malaysia, a recent Lowy Institute report found.—
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semafor.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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Later, reading researcher Saiful Islam’s book on the fabric’s legacy deepened her commitment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Beefed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beefed%20%28up%29. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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