deepens

verb

present tense third-person singular of deepen
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 measure targets Central Valley and Central Coast lands facing strict groundwater pumping limits, offering a lifeline for growers as climate change deepens droughts. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 This is the rare prequel that deepens and complicates the world of the original — and the rare lower-budget sequel that manages to look and sound great years later. — Jesse Hassenger, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Sep. 2026 Slowing the playback speed deepens the pitch, an alien, ominous effect heightened by amplification. — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 The Harvey Nichols deal also deepens Frasers’ push into the premium and luxury space, with businesses such as Flannels, The Webster and Hulcan’s Mile, which is relaunching Matchesfashion, and stakes in Boss, Mulberry and Burberry. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 On average, the Colorado River deepens the Grand Canyon by about the thickness of a piece of paper every year. — Stephanie Pappas, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026 The project is now being shut down at the end of August, further strangling Norman’s homeless support services as the crisis deepens. — Jake Ramsey, Oklahoma Watch, 30 Aug. 2026 Last year, India finalized a new ten-year defense framework with the United States that deepens bilateral and regional security cooperation. — C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026 As war fatigue deepens, politicians are increasingly exploiting anti-refugee sentiment for political gain. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepens
  1. intensifies
  2. heightens
  3. enhances
  4. strengthens
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  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pressed the delegation and European advisors for Patriot air defenses, a winter support package and long-term security guarantees as Russia intensifies drone strikes across Ukrainian cities.
    — Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The Grand Canyon’s vast, mile-deep landscape may appear timeless, but two devastating disasters have recently struck the iconic natural wonder as the climate crisis intensifies extreme weather.
    — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of intensifies
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  • Cinematographer Kim Ji-yong’s camera never intrudes, lending grace and honesty to the character studies, while Jung Jae-il’s ravishing piano and string score heightens the emotions without becoming manipulative.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2026
  • With a hot war raging in Ukraine, these journalists don’t want to ask for anyone’s sympathy, which in turn heightens their alienation and frustration.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of heightens
Verb
  • Most of us love the ways technology enhances our connection with family, friends and colleagues in ways once unimaginable.
    — Nadine Hack, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Adding water inside the aluminum eggs further enhances the armor’s performance.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of enhances
Verb
  • Personalized recognition builds trust, strengthens belonging and creates cultures where people choose to do their best work.
    — Candy Fernandez, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The additional crew also strengthens Folsom’s ability to work with neighboring agencies, including the El Dorado Hills Fire Department and Cal Fire, on wildfires and other major incidents, Lawlor said.
    — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of strengthens

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