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Recent Examples of deepened
Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 3 Mar. 2026
Through deepened alignment across content strategy, channel mechanics and consumer engagement, the brand has delivered standout performance on Douyin, China’s version of TikTok.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Bates added that his biggest takeaway isn’t so much a lesson, but a deepened appreciation.
—Lizzie Hyman, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Google Cloud's deepened partnership with NTT Data signals that competition extends beyond workloads, instead influencing how enterprises structure their AI transformations.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Azadeh Moaveni, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The market's losses deepened after oil prices erased an early dip and accelerated in the afternoon.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
Questions and anxiety deepened in some of San Diego’s TV stations Friday, a day after the federal government approved a deal that puts the region’s FOX, CBS and CW affiliates, plus KUSI, under the same ownership.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Women are arrested for violating dress codes, protesters are jailed and economic hardship has deepened across much of the population.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
That contrast deepened Carden’s appreciation for just how many different ways a joke can land, and how much finding the best read depends on trust and chemistry between actors colliding with the right script.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
Dance writer Steven Vargas penned an interesting profile of choreographer Jacob Jonas and how his battle with Stage 4 lymphoma deepened his connection to his craft.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The situation has deepened the island’s energy and economic crises, leading to 10-hour blackouts, forcing a reduction in working hours, limiting transportation and leading to a drop in tourism — previously one of its main sources of income.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The humanitarian toll also deepened as the total number of people displaced by the fighting in Iran and Lebanon reached into the millions.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Yet a deepened group up front, including in the middle, left little room for Strome, who also started the season injured and has yet to find a consistent role.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 3 Mar. 2026
Through deepened alignment across content strategy, channel mechanics and consumer engagement, the brand has delivered standout performance on Douyin, China’s version of TikTok.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Bates added that his biggest takeaway isn’t so much a lesson, but a deepened appreciation.
—Lizzie Hyman, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Google Cloud's deepened partnership with NTT Data signals that competition extends beyond workloads, instead influencing how enterprises structure their AI transformations.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
During the next two years, Pahlavi expanded his operation and deepened his ties with Israel.
—Azadeh Moaveni, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The market's losses deepened after oil prices erased an early dip and accelerated in the afternoon.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
Questions and anxiety deepened in some of San Diego’s TV stations Friday, a day after the federal government approved a deal that puts the region’s FOX, CBS and CW affiliates, plus KUSI, under the same ownership.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Women are arrested for violating dress codes, protesters are jailed and economic hardship has deepened across much of the population.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
That contrast deepened Carden’s appreciation for just how many different ways a joke can land, and how much finding the best read depends on trust and chemistry between actors colliding with the right script.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
Dance writer Steven Vargas penned an interesting profile of choreographer Jacob Jonas and how his battle with Stage 4 lymphoma deepened his connection to his craft.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The situation has deepened the island’s energy and economic crises, leading to 10-hour blackouts, forcing a reduction in working hours, limiting transportation and leading to a drop in tourism — previously one of its main sources of income.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The humanitarian toll also deepened as the total number of people displaced by the fighting in Iran and Lebanon reached into the millions.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepened
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In December, a jury convicted Moore for aggravated battery to a peace officer causing great bodily harm and resisting a peace officer, per the news release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Rodriguez was convicted in 2020 of stalking and aggravated assault.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Among those whose commitment to Israel had intensified after October 7th, numerous sources told me, was Olitzky, Beth El’s senior rabbi.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Israel has intensified its attacks across Lebanon, mostly in the South, where Israeli ground troops are moving northward to try to oust Hezbollah militants.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Household wealth remains concentrated at the top, with the highest-earning households driving a larger share of consumer spending, while lower-income households make purchases but account for a smaller proportion of total spending.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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One core question is not why the steel industry in Pittsburgh collapsed, but why steel production remained so concentrated in the region for so long.—
Christopher Briem,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Inflation fears have heightened, as has uncertainty.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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Mental health concerns have only heightened as AI chatbots that respond to questions and generate content become more popular.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In an unexpected move, OpenAI announced its video generating service Sora will be shutting down soon as the company comes under intense pressure from rival Anthropic.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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Eucerin’s Advanced Repair Lotion focuses on exactly that, combining intense hydration with ingredients that help reinforce the skin’s natural protective layer.—
Hana Hong,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Yet in the 12 games since his return, despite initial rustiness, Flagg has enhanced his diverse talents, a clear indication Kidd’s early-season decision to play him at point guard was a beneficial litmus test.—
Brad Townsend,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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But advertising executives say that, thanks to enhanced targeting capabilities and new ad products, ad tiers have quietly become more lucrative than their ad-free counterparts.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2026
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Eyewitness imagery strengthened that assessment.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Worldpay deal also bolstered Global Payments presence in Europe and strengthened some of its offerings such as e-commerce capabilities.—
Justin Zacks,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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These are the military's most elite forces, who have undergone intensive physical and technical training for this type of mission.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Radar works in these conditions but is power-intensive for small drones.—
Nitin Sanket,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2026
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