enfeebles

verb

present tense third-person singular of enfeeble
as in weakens
to diminish the physical strength of long periods of being confined to a hospital bed will enfeeble anyone

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  1. weakens
  2. softens
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  • Remove those resources, and the nominal tax rule remains unchanged while its practical effect weakens.
    — Andrew Leahey, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Prolonged screen time tightens the muscles that support the neck and weakens the deep neck flexors responsible for holding the head aligned over the spine.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026
Definition of weakens
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  • Refreshing ingredients like eucalyptus and hydrating spearmint wake up the skin, while coconut oil softens it.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 July 2026
  • Heading west, the terrain softens into the farmland of Skagit Valley, known for its vibrant tulip fields and charming towns like La Conner.
    — Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
Definition of softens
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