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
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reportedly in no rush to leave his temporary home, deepening frustrations for his brother, King Charles III.
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Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Each movement revealed a little more, deepening the intrigue of what lay beneath the surface.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
For Christians, Easter marks the end of Lent, a season meant for deepening one’s faith through prayer, fasting and helping those in need.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
And while Kennedy’s 27-year run at one company may be unusual today, the underlying lesson is that meaningful career growth comes from continually expanding one’s range, deepening judgment, and seeking out stretch opportunities—whether that happens within one company or across several.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the island continues to grapple with a deepening energy crisis.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
The deepening energy crisis triggered by the US-Israel war with Iran has thrust energy security back onto the political stage in European countries — and widened fault lines along with it.
—Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
The contributions from across the country show his deepening national donor network ahead of a potential 2028 presidential run.
—Fin Daniel Gómez, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Hong Kong/Islamabad — As the war in the Gulf careens into its second month, dragging down the global economy with no off-ramp in sight, questions are deepening around what role China – a global heavyweight and diplomatic partner to Iran – is willing to play.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Each movement revealed a little more, deepening the intrigue of what lay beneath the surface.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026
For Christians, Easter marks the end of Lent, a season meant for deepening one’s faith through prayer, fasting and helping those in need.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
And while Kennedy’s 27-year run at one company may be unusual today, the underlying lesson is that meaningful career growth comes from continually expanding one’s range, deepening judgment, and seeking out stretch opportunities—whether that happens within one company or across several.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the island continues to grapple with a deepening energy crisis.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
The deepening energy crisis triggered by the US-Israel war with Iran has thrust energy security back onto the political stage in European countries — and widened fault lines along with it.
—Natasha Bracken, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
The contributions from across the country show his deepening national donor network ahead of a potential 2028 presidential run.
—Fin Daniel Gómez, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Hong Kong/Islamabad — As the war in the Gulf careens into its second month, dragging down the global economy with no off-ramp in sight, questions are deepening around what role China – a global heavyweight and diplomatic partner to Iran – is willing to play.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepening
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The people were lodging complaints about the government's intensifying crackdown on the internet that has seen regular shutdowns of cellphone internet connections, blocked popular messaging apps and cut access to thousands of other websites and digital services.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Get ready to hear a lot more about El Niño during the next several months — and maybe even longer — as the infamous climate cycle returns again, developing and intensifying in the Pacific Ocean near the equator.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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Mary Hayes, PhD, director of research of people and performance at ADP Research, tells Fortune that many workers may believe their current skill set won’t be valuable in a handful of years, heightening that feeling of uncertainty.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The Iran war is heightening concerns over a looming food crisis in Asia.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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They are best suited for improving skin texture, softening fine lines and enhancing product absorption, allowing serums and treatments to penetrate more effectively.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Rick and Deann Bayless last year were also honored with the Sandra Cisneros Award at the museum's Gala de Arte for enhancing the appreciation of authentic Mexican food and for their support for the performing arts, the museum said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Use that Martian heat to scaffold your own determination, strengthening you to handle long-term commitment.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Democracy is strengthening worldwide, according to a leading index, but the improvement is far from universal.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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