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
Corporate interests hurt land-lease residents As Central Florida’s housing crisis deepens, a quieter emergency is unfolding in land-lease communities all across the Orlando area.
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
After the three are released, their relationship deepens amid the challenges of rejoining society on the outside.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
And the Verona Sunrise shows off a blend of apricot, blush, and buttery yellow that deepens as the bloom matures.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
The effect deepens when seating itself is treated as part of the planting plan.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Russia’s invasion deepens the saga of Ukraine’s Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
—Serhiy Morgunov, Washington Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The agreement deepens Meta’s long-running relationship with Amazon Web Services and highlights a growing shift in AI infrastructure.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Their unexpected connection propels them on a road trip to San Francisco… As the landscapes shift from the bustling city to serene coastal towns, their relationship deepens, revealing vulnerabilities, regrets and dreams.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
Doing so only deepens the deficit instead of forcing hard decisions to cut, pause, reduce or eliminate spending.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
After the three are released, their relationship deepens amid the challenges of rejoining society on the outside.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
And the Verona Sunrise shows off a blend of apricot, blush, and buttery yellow that deepens as the bloom matures.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
The effect deepens when seating itself is treated as part of the planting plan.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Russia’s invasion deepens the saga of Ukraine’s Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
—Serhiy Morgunov, Washington Post, 26 Apr. 2026
The agreement deepens Meta’s long-running relationship with Amazon Web Services and highlights a growing shift in AI infrastructure.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Their unexpected connection propels them on a road trip to San Francisco… As the landscapes shift from the bustling city to serene coastal towns, their relationship deepens, revealing vulnerabilities, regrets and dreams.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
Doing so only deepens the deficit instead of forcing hard decisions to cut, pause, reduce or eliminate spending.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepens
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So a familiar roster with a familiar coaching staff slogging through a nightmarish first month only intensifies the scrutiny.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Drought intensifies after record-dry start to 2026 A dearth of rain and snow in the first three months of 2026 has helped stoke this spring’s drought.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Local firm Studio Munge’s design is restrained but exacting, which heightens the impact of the details.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mikhail Metzel | Via Reuters Russia has offered to help China with any potential energy shortfall, as the war in the Middle East heightens geopolitical divisions and threatens global commodity supplies.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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This approach not only empowers individuals but also strengthens team dynamics by promoting diverse perspectives and solutions.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Lastly, the acquisition strengthens Capital One’s balance sheet, allowing for aggressive share repurchases in the future.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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