1
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
One year, for example, the tour helped fund a picnic area accessibility project organized by the nonprofit For the Love of the Lake; this year’s beneficiary is White Rock Lake Conservancy, which preserves and enhances White Rock Lake Park.
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Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Mimicking the qualities of a natural environment within a high-rise, the design enhances workplace well-being and fosters a connected experience.
—Adam Williams
march 06, New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
Look for the biggest spend to come on the defensive line with a piece that enhances the pass rush.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
But Hudson was the perfect example that this serum actually enhances makeup and leaves behind a pretty glow.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
The company also recently released an easy-to-put-together Surround Tabletop, which enhances the outdoor experience by creating a rim that not only gives you a safer distance to the fire (a big perk for kids and pets), but works as the perfect ledge for hot cocoa and small plates.
—Daniel Modlin, Architectural Digest, 5 Mar. 2026
The value of automation in improving research consistency Automation enhances research by increasing speed and consistency.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Essentially they’ll be penalized for doing what front offices strive to achieve — drafting the right players and cultivating an environment that enhances their development.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
The extended range expands target coverage and enhances capabilities against time-sensitive and hardened targets, TWZ reported.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Mar. 2026
Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
Mimicking the qualities of a natural environment within a high-rise, the design enhances workplace well-being and fosters a connected experience.
—Adam Williams
march 06, New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
Look for the biggest spend to come on the defensive line with a piece that enhances the pass rush.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
But Hudson was the perfect example that this serum actually enhances makeup and leaves behind a pretty glow.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
The company also recently released an easy-to-put-together Surround Tabletop, which enhances the outdoor experience by creating a rim that not only gives you a safer distance to the fire (a big perk for kids and pets), but works as the perfect ledge for hot cocoa and small plates.
—Daniel Modlin, Architectural Digest, 5 Mar. 2026
The value of automation in improving research consistency Automation enhances research by increasing speed and consistency.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Essentially they’ll be penalized for doing what front offices strive to achieve — drafting the right players and cultivating an environment that enhances their development.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
The extended range expands target coverage and enhances capabilities against time-sensitive and hardened targets, TWZ reported.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhances
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The Defringe option in Affinity improves matters, but the software doesn't have an eyedropper to hone in on the offending shade of magenta.—
Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
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But there isn’t evidence that adding B12 directly to tirzepatide injection is safe or improves weight loss outcomes.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Belarus now imprisons 28 journalists as President Lukashenko intensifies a crackdown on press freedom.—
Yuras Karmanau,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Ogles' comments, made on the first day of House Republicans' annual week-long policy retreat in Doral, Florida, also came as the war in Iran rapidly intensifies.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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From spreading atop toast to dipping strawberries, chocolate-hazelnut spread instantly sweetens and delights.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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House Family sweetens the deal with a $7 discount on bottle purchases when guests buy a $7 box of cookies.—
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Set in London and Spain, the story unfolds across six episodes — Wright directed the first three — and cleverly heightens the tensions sometimes experienced in in-law relationships.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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Inflation The war only heightens the importance of the upcoming inflation data.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2026
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Each year without the dead only deepens the furrow of their absence.—
Sasha Geffen,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
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As capabilities improve and adoption deepens, the researchers write, the red will grow to fill the blue.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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The location also strengthens the company’s ability to coordinate both local and long-distance relocations while maintaining direct oversight of equipment and personnel.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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The win not only snaps a three-game losing streak but also strengthens UCF’s NCAA Tournament resume with Selection Sunday a few days away.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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During deep sleep, the brain consolidates memories, restores its ability to learn and processes emotions.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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For professionals who work with contracts, reports, invoices, or academic documents, PDF Agile consolidates essential PDF functions into a single lifetime license without ongoing subscription fees.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Enhances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhances. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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