as in intensifies
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 deepens
The pickup deepens Banijay’s already significant footprint in comedy formats.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
Actively teasing practice videos only deepens that possibility.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2026
Whether the amnesty ultimately eases tensions or deepens divisions may depend on how broadly it is applied — and whether excluded prisoners eventually receive relief.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
In lieu of mentioning Elvis’ off-stage reality, Luhrmann deepens a song’s effect by cutting to personal photographs that are a little out of context.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
All this deepens engagements with our customers, extends visit duration and creates an emotional connection between us and our audience.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
This, in turn, deepens the impression of Downtown as a dangerous place.
—Emily Galvin Almanza, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Experiencing hunger deepens empathy for those who face it daily, which is why charitable giving and volunteerism increase during Ramadan.
—Irfan Sarwar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
That approach deepens cynicism and reinforces the belief that government is something done to people, not with them.
—Garrett Lucien, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Feb. 2026
Actively teasing practice videos only deepens that possibility.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2026
Whether the amnesty ultimately eases tensions or deepens divisions may depend on how broadly it is applied — and whether excluded prisoners eventually receive relief.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
In lieu of mentioning Elvis’ off-stage reality, Luhrmann deepens a song’s effect by cutting to personal photographs that are a little out of context.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026
All this deepens engagements with our customers, extends visit duration and creates an emotional connection between us and our audience.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
This, in turn, deepens the impression of Downtown as a dangerous place.
—Emily Galvin Almanza, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Experiencing hunger deepens empathy for those who face it daily, which is why charitable giving and volunteerism increase during Ramadan.
—Irfan Sarwar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
That approach deepens cynicism and reinforces the belief that government is something done to people, not with them.
—Garrett Lucien, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepens
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As competition intensifies globally, executives said the next phase of growth will depend on balancing aggressive user acquisition strategies with broader content ambitions.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
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Loss intensifies family dynamics.—
Tiffany Aliche,
SELF,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As much is clear in the vivid animation, layered jokes, and peculiar fixations — an endearing combination that heightens what could’ve been a forgettable series.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
20 Feb. 2026
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The ad was shot on vintage tube cameras from the '80s, giving it a tactile, analog feel that heightens the retro disco energy.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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One pedal driving enhances efficiency through regenerative braking.—
Scotty Reiss,
Parents,
24 Feb. 2026
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These form a periodic stack that enhances optoelectronic properties.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Civil discourse strengthens democracy.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Feb. 2026
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Masashi Kitazawa, professor of Environmental & Occupational Health at UC Irvine, said the study further strengthens the possible causal link between particulate matter and Alzheimer's disease.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Deepens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepens. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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