as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works
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Recent Examples of deepen
This megaflood carved a 200-km channel through the strait, perhaps deepening it about 40 cm per day.
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Elizabeth Fernandez, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent aid cuts have deepened hardships for families.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
One feud is on its way to being fixed, another one seems to be deepening.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 4 Sep. 2025
In recent years, the rise of Arab cinema and the central role Jordan has played — as both a visually striking backdrop and a regional filmmaking hub — has only deepened that connection.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth Fernandez, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent aid cuts have deepened hardships for families.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
One feud is on its way to being fixed, another one seems to be deepening.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 4 Sep. 2025
In recent years, the rise of Arab cinema and the central role Jordan has played — as both a visually striking backdrop and a regional filmmaking hub — has only deepened that connection.
—Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepen
Verb
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This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Magnet programs and schools were a way to promote voluntary integration, though locally the magnet system has intensified the city's racial and economic divide, a previous Courier Journal investigation found.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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He is known for his advocacy in advancing preventive healthcare models, with an emphasis on the role of lifestyle interventions in managing chronic diseases and enhancing overall well-being.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
5 Sep. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Standing in the hulking concrete box—the open-air nucleus of the home—evokes being in a James Turrell Skyspace, your senses heightened to the shifting of the light or the passing of clouds.—
Siobhan Reid,
Robb Report,
7 Sep. 2025
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During the eclipse, Scorpios should enjoy themselves, but should try to show self-restraint while the eclipse heightens their feelings and impulsivity.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
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But there is really no reason why this should be the case for Pilates—which consists of different low-impact movements to strengthen your core muscles, increase your flexibility, improve your posture and give you more awareness of your body in general.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Wieffer was bought to strengthen Brighton in the centre of the pitch following the summer 2023 sales of Moises Caicedo to Chelsea and Alexis Mac Allister to Liverpool.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Deepen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepen. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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