as in intensifying
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 deepening
The protests also highlight deepening tensions between Portland officials and the federal government over immigration enforcement and the presence of federal forces in American cities.
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Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Israel remains fully and unequivocally committed to the Abraham Accords, to expanding the circle of peace, deepening our partnerships, and ensuring that the promise of stability, prosperity, and coexistence becomes the enduring legacy of our generation.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
While there has been a huge risk premium in France because of its deepening political crisis , at the end of the day France has good credit, Becker said.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The Treasury secretary announced a lifeline Thursday that’s designed to pull the country’s financial markets out of deepening turmoil, and a close political ally out of a hole.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
The following year, several lawmakers were accused of failing to report income or disclose kickbacks, deepening public frustration.
—Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Alexis Mabille is deepening his ties with the Lido Theater in Paris.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Israel's political and cultural fractures are deepening.
—Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Street concerts and underground gatherings offer a rare hint of hope for the many young Russians who have grown disheartened by Moscow’s prolonged war and deepening repression.
—Anna Nemtsova, The Atlantic, 30 Sep. 2025
Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Israel remains fully and unequivocally committed to the Abraham Accords, to expanding the circle of peace, deepening our partnerships, and ensuring that the promise of stability, prosperity, and coexistence becomes the enduring legacy of our generation.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
While there has been a huge risk premium in France because of its deepening political crisis , at the end of the day France has good credit, Becker said.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The Treasury secretary announced a lifeline Thursday that’s designed to pull the country’s financial markets out of deepening turmoil, and a close political ally out of a hole.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
The following year, several lawmakers were accused of failing to report income or disclose kickbacks, deepening public frustration.
—Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Alexis Mabille is deepening his ties with the Lido Theater in Paris.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Israel's political and cultural fractures are deepening.
—Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
Street concerts and underground gatherings offer a rare hint of hope for the many young Russians who have grown disheartened by Moscow’s prolonged war and deepening repression.
—Anna Nemtsova, The Atlantic, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepening
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The Kirk effect appears to be intensifying amid a broader crackdown on people popping off online.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Oct. 2025
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Padrino also accused Washington of sharply intensifying aerial surveillance of Venezuela, citing a surge in spy flights last month.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
9 Oct. 2025
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Although regulation is heightening visibility needs, roughly a quarter (23 percent) of executives said regulatory uncertainty is holding them back.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
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Both sides are signaling little willingness to compromise, heightening the risk of military miscalculation.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Oct. 2025
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These appointments reflect WestEnd’s ambition for the future, the company said, with a specific focus on enhancing the company’s position in the international television market and expanding its presence in North America, with Braverman based in New York City.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
8 Oct. 2025
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This style’s romantic sleeves create a balanced look by enhancing the shoulders.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Tuesday was filled with intensive coaching and mentorship sessions with Walmart and Sam's Club merchants, sourcing experts and past Open Call alumni about scaling up production, improving packaging, and strengthening their financial and operational readiness.—
Serenah McKay,
Arkansas Online,
11 Oct. 2025
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Aside from strengthening the body and improving posture, practicing downward dog also activates blood circulation and may improve digestion.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Deepening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepening. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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