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as in improves
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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as in intensifies
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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as in sweetens
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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Recent Examples of enhances
And here is a helpful tip — a teaspoon of honey enhances the flavors splendidly.
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Ed Silverman, STAT, 2 June 2026
Reducing onboard noise, therefore, improves the effectiveness of the vessel’s surveillance equipment and enhances operating conditions for the crew.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Add Some Salt Salt enhances the sweetness in your brownies.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 1 June 2026
Digital collaboration is another ingredient that enhances the delivery of medical support to the patient.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
He's channeled two decades of touring expertise into his company tvg Hospitality, which aims to design venues where every detail enhances the experience.
—Erica Olsen, CBS News, 31 May 2026
The drapey cowlneck enhances the fluid, elegant feel of the silhouette, adding just the right touch of soft, effortless drama.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 May 2026
Each pixel is also amplified with Perfect Black and Perfect Color, which enhances the contrast between the dark blacks and bright whites.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 22 May 2026
The one-piece suit is designed with a twist-front V-neckline that enhances the bust with a structured lift — but without the discomfort of a poking underwire.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Ed Silverman, STAT, 2 June 2026
Reducing onboard noise, therefore, improves the effectiveness of the vessel’s surveillance equipment and enhances operating conditions for the crew.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Add Some Salt Salt enhances the sweetness in your brownies.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 1 June 2026
Digital collaboration is another ingredient that enhances the delivery of medical support to the patient.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
He's channeled two decades of touring expertise into his company tvg Hospitality, which aims to design venues where every detail enhances the experience.
—Erica Olsen, CBS News, 31 May 2026
The drapey cowlneck enhances the fluid, elegant feel of the silhouette, adding just the right touch of soft, effortless drama.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 May 2026
Each pixel is also amplified with Perfect Black and Perfect Color, which enhances the contrast between the dark blacks and bright whites.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 22 May 2026
The one-piece suit is designed with a twist-front V-neckline that enhances the bust with a structured lift — but without the discomfort of a poking underwire.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhances
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Traffic management will begin four hours before each match and continue up to four hours after, with residents divided on whether the requirement improves safety or creates an inconvenience.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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Operators might buy new server racks every couple of years as the technology improves.—
Marc Levy,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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This problem often intensifies once business leaders decide to scale their AI solutions and move them into production.—
Shekhar Iyer,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Israeli forces seized a 12th-century Crusader castle in southern Lebanon, as Israel intensifies its farthest incursion into the country in 26 years, despite a nominal ceasefire.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
31 May 2026
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The rye component adds a bit of peppery, spicy snap, while the bourbon proportion smooths and sweetens the overall whiskey.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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The grapes will still get the sugar that sweetens them from the surrounding leaves.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, a lot of the region’s industrial infrastructure is aging, which also heightens the risk of leaks, cracks or failure.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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Thus, as the business case bar for acceptable returns rises to reflect these realities as well as economic uncertainty, capital discipline heightens.—
Jim DeLoach,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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OpenAI deepens Amazon ties watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Pelley’s exit deepens the turmoil at the leading newsmagazine, where several employees have clashed with CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss over the show’s editorial direction under its new corporate owner, Paramount Skydance, the company run by technology scion David Ellison.—
Kaylah Jackson,
NBC news,
3 June 2026
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All that support undoubtedly strengthens a campaign.—
Jeff Wagner,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Landing the greatest shooter in NBA history gives Li-Ning a marquee athlete and further strengthens China's growing presence in the league.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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The rapid construction of the Marauder is driven by Saronic’s in-house production model at its Franklin, Louisiana, shipyard, which consolidates design, manufacturing, and autonomy development under one roof.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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But several shifts in this year’s edition point to a fair still refining its identity as Paris consolidates its position as Europe’s dominant art market hub after London’s Brexit fumble.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
28 May 2026
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