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
Tensions around this trade are deepening – playing out against a backdrop in which Beijing seeks stability in its relationship with the US, but also holds close economic and diplomatic ties with Iran.
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
While one-person shows are often built to showcase an actor’s shape-shifting skills, Lowe’s script, Meltzer’s direction and Rosenberg’s performance use the many supporting characters as a means of deepening Moses’ story.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
What a great idea from director Thomas Kail to use a mostly Black cast, deepening the play’s themes.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
But beneath the joy and abandon, the AIDS crisis casts an ever-deepening shadow.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
Many plants turn color in fall, their flower heads deepening to burgundy for winter interest.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 11 May 2026
This licensing deal is the latest development of deepening ties between Fanatics and FIFA.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Just Women’s Sports Named WNBA Emerging Media Partner Just Women’s Sports has been named an Emerging Media Partner of the WNBA ahead of the 2026 season, deepening its investment in women’s basketball.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
This hands-on experience allows students to cultivate new skills while deepening their understanding of the past.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
While one-person shows are often built to showcase an actor’s shape-shifting skills, Lowe’s script, Meltzer’s direction and Rosenberg’s performance use the many supporting characters as a means of deepening Moses’ story.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
What a great idea from director Thomas Kail to use a mostly Black cast, deepening the play’s themes.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
But beneath the joy and abandon, the AIDS crisis casts an ever-deepening shadow.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
Many plants turn color in fall, their flower heads deepening to burgundy for winter interest.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 11 May 2026
This licensing deal is the latest development of deepening ties between Fanatics and FIFA.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Just Women’s Sports Named WNBA Emerging Media Partner Just Women’s Sports has been named an Emerging Media Partner of the WNBA ahead of the 2026 season, deepening its investment in women’s basketball.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
This hands-on experience allows students to cultivate new skills while deepening their understanding of the past.
—La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepening
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Behind the scenes, though, a scramble has been intensifying to hold together a fragile coalition politically and tenuous competition financially.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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But i-Ready is facing mounting backlash, and the revolt is intensifying as parents question how much time children spend on screens at school.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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Hotel rooms remain available, as do tickets to most games, heightening fans’ frustrations.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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Unlike most forms of hantavirus, which spread from rodents to humans, Andes is the only strain that is able to transmit from person to person, heightening fears about how outbreaks could unfold under the right conditions.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Venturella spent time in Gary in 2016 wooing the city with cash infusions for its public safety agencies, workforce development and construction assistance for enhancing Airport Road.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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The ceiling is also covered with fabric, adding more opulence and enhancing live acoustics for performances in the entertainment space.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 May 2026
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Senate Minority Leader Doug Beck said property tax reform is important to Senate Democrats, as well as provisions strengthening collective bargaining for first responders.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2026
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This creates an immersive experience that allows viewers at home to feel part of the action as well, strengthening the overall sense of community.—
Christine Mortag,
Condé Nast Traveler,
13 May 2026
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