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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
By using ultra-resolution upscaling and LUT tonal balancing, Coco enhances clarity while retaining natural textures.
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Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
White curtains offer a clean, fresh backdrop that enhances the vibrancy of bright pops of color in your home without competing for attention.
—Macie Stump, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
This technique provides a slow-release source of nutrients for the tree and enhances soil health.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
The vibrant flower enhances Leo's aura, urging them to shine their motherly instincts.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 enhances AI camera capabilities, gaming experiences, and introduces Wi-Fi 7, boasting a 21% faster GPU and 20% quicker app launches than its predecessor.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
The exact date is still to be determined, but it will be included as one of 10 races in the Chase playoff that determines the season champion, a notable distinction that further enhances the race’s stature.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 8 May 2026
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
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
Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
White curtains offer a clean, fresh backdrop that enhances the vibrancy of bright pops of color in your home without competing for attention.
—Macie Stump, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
This technique provides a slow-release source of nutrients for the tree and enhances soil health.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
The vibrant flower enhances Leo's aura, urging them to shine their motherly instincts.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 enhances AI camera capabilities, gaming experiences, and introduces Wi-Fi 7, boasting a 21% faster GPU and 20% quicker app launches than its predecessor.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
The exact date is still to be determined, but it will be included as one of 10 races in the Chase playoff that determines the season champion, a notable distinction that further enhances the race’s stature.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 8 May 2026
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhances
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Someone may offer an idea that improves your own, so stay open to where the exchange leads.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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As hardware improves, quantum magnetometers could become standard components in future satellite constellations, delivering high-resolution magnetic data with compact payloads that are much cheaper to lift into orbit.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
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The flowers’ blue color intensifies with the summer sun.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Newsom and other supporters have said the tunnel would protect the state’s water system as climate change intensifies severe droughts and deluges.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
8 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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Get the recipe > Maple syrup sweetens the spice paste—fragrant with cumin, coriander, fennel, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon—used to marinate a whole bird in this hearty supper from British Indian chef Romy Gill.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Pisces Moon in your 5th House of Creativity trine Jupiter heightens pleasure, confidence, and the sense that what feels joyful may also move something important forward.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Today’s energy heightens your emotions, intuition and mental sensitivity, making conversations feel uncomfortably layered.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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The nostalgia trip deepens into adolescent memories of 2000s tech touchpoints.—
Nathan Evans,
Pitchfork,
12 May 2026
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Don’t skip the almond extract—a small splash deepens the cherry flavor and gives the filling its bakery-style aroma.—
Claire Saffitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 May 2026
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The latest, published in Nature today, strengthens the case that LAP1-B is an early cosmic puzzle piece packed with material freshly manufactured by dying Population III stars.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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Pacific Ocean projections for 2026 An array of model images, including these from the North American multi-modal ensemble model, project water in the Pacific Ocean will be much warmer than normal by summer, as an El Niño strengthens.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
Verb
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For more official resources, California county election offices consolidates information about upcoming elections on their websites.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
3 May 2026
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Republicans say the legislation consolidates the civil and criminal court clerks' offices in Orleans Parish, putting it in line with all other parishes in the state, which have a single clerk's office.—
SARA CLINE,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2026
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“Enhances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhances. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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