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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Here, the situation has changed, leaving many of the gods either hardened or embittered by the conflict.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
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Whether those capabilities can be extended and hardened for long hours and high-stakes industrial settings remains to be seen.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
26 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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Solving housing crisis on Earth The current housing crisis is deepened by conventional construction’s inability to meet soaring demand due to its high cost and slow pace.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Sep. 2025
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Gun violence in Missouri The fatal shooting has deepened ongoing fractures in Missouri over the state’s approach to gun violence.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
29 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 30 Sep. 2025.
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