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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
Accomplishing this will pave the way for AI agents to hit the mainstream in a safe way that enhances our lives rather than exposes us to risks.
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Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The material enhances performance The team elucidated the material’s mechanism through a series of experimental analyses, including solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (ssNMR) spectroscopy, electron spin resonance (EPR) spectroscopy, and theoretical calculations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2025
Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
The non-slip sole has traction that enhances stability with each step, and the soft footbed helps cushion your feet all day.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Silk enhances fluidity and durability and allows the dyes to impart more saturated colors.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
Overcrowding enhances the transmission of respiratory infections like pneumococcal pneumonia because tight living conditions increase the frequency of person-to-person interactions.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The contrast enhances the best characteristics of each plant.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
Staining your deck offers protection that adds years to its lifespan, enhances its usability, and improves its appearance.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The material enhances performance The team elucidated the material’s mechanism through a series of experimental analyses, including solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (ssNMR) spectroscopy, electron spin resonance (EPR) spectroscopy, and theoretical calculations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2025
Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
The non-slip sole has traction that enhances stability with each step, and the soft footbed helps cushion your feet all day.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Silk enhances fluidity and durability and allows the dyes to impart more saturated colors.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
Overcrowding enhances the transmission of respiratory infections like pneumococcal pneumonia because tight living conditions increase the frequency of person-to-person interactions.
—Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The contrast enhances the best characteristics of each plant.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
Staining your deck offers protection that adds years to its lifespan, enhances its usability, and improves its appearance.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhances
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Enrique Iglesias Climbs Everywhere The same compilation also improves on the Top Latin Albums chart, which is more competitive than the more specific Top Latin Pop Albums tally.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Each piece of evidence, Lane and other experts said, greatly improves law enforcement’s chances of identifying the suspect.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Venus outshines the star by a factor of 120 to 1, and yet their proximity for several mornings intensifies the contrasting yellow-white of the planet and bluish white of the star.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Valuation — Expensive, But Deserved Here is where the discussion intensifies.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Samsung’s latest deal sweetens the pot for anyone looking to upgrade their buds.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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Growing carrots in cool weather sweetens their flavor.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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But in an era in which proximity to a city center heightens exchange value, gentrifiers simply have a better leg to stand on.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Sep. 2025
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Once Mars enters Scorpio, however, your fifth house of passion heightens your desires, magnetism and attraction.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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But in my experience, that often just deepens divides.—
Jay Feldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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China’s economic slowdown deepens.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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In the end, whether this designation strengthens national unity or deepens cultural divides will depend less on what the law says and more on how the nation chooses to live it out.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Carry This entails holding weight while walking, which helps to improve posture and stability, strengthens grip, and works the shoulders, upper back, core and hips.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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However, that has changed as the IRS sheds employees and otherwise consolidates its operations.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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What Happens Next Obama's Emmy for Our Oceans consolidates his credentials in high-profile documentary and nonfiction work and may increase visibility and demand for similar projects produced by Higher Ground and Netflix.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Enhances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhances. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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