1
as in strengthening
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 intensifying
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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Efforts should also prioritize public education, reducing stigma, and strengthening support for families and schools caring for individuals with autism.—
Adaira Landry,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025 -
The National Hurricane Center has reduced the system’s development odds to just a 20% chance of strengthening over the next two days and a 20% chance within the next seven days.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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If fully earned, the award would materially increase Musk's voting power from his roughly 13% stake, intensifying debate over governance and succession.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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But Tesla also faces intensifying competition from the big Detroit automakers and particularly from China.—
Michelle Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Traditional security hardening is no longer enough to combat this threat.—
David Bennett,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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And while the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stood defiant and unmoved by the hardening stance against it, the blowback against its citizens is certainly being felt.—
Asher Kaufman,
The Conversation,
23 Aug. 2025
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Europe stands united in expression of deep concerns and must commit to the deployment of ever-deepening concerns moving forward.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Beijing has been steadily deepening its presence in Brazil through investments in critical areas such as energy, agriculture and food security, defense, advanced technology, automobile manufacturing, a joint satellite program, and strategic infrastructure such as ports.—
HUSSEIN KALOUT,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Sep. 2025
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Other states, including California, Montana, Idaho and North Dakota, have similar laws enhancing sentences for repeat felony offenders.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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In another section, male nudes celebrate the body with an ode to classic perfection, enhancing strength and symmetry through a refined use of light and composition.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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Structural Problems Hold Companies Back From Compliance Regulators now expect real-time transparency, strong internal controls and proactive risk management—yet most organizations remain unprepared, heightening their exposure to enforcement actions.—
Nosa Omoigui,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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In theatrical Leo, the love planet brings passion and flair, heightening our desire for affection and adoration.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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With China stepping up military activity near the island, fears are rising that tensions could spiral into conflict, right on their doorstep.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
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Doak joined from Celtic as a 16-year-old and started well for the U18s before stepping up to the U21s and also impressing.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Beefing (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beefing%20%28up%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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