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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
This process enhances nutrient absorption and eases the strain on your digestive system.
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Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
The lower operating pressure reduces mechanical stress and minimizes the risk of containment failure, which enhances the safety profile of the system compared to conventional light-water reactors.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
The higher performance in the Pro models also enhances the utility of Apple Intelligence, not just out of the gate, but also in years to come, when more performance is needed, the Pro models will be better able to provide ongoing support.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Bright light in the 2,500-10,000 lux range during the first six hours of a night shift suppresses melatonin and enhances alertness.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
In addition to reducing pests naturally, companion planting improves pollination, enhances flavors, and increases yields.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
By using ultra-resolution upscaling and LUT tonal balancing, Coco enhances clarity while retaining natural textures.
—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
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
The lower operating pressure reduces mechanical stress and minimizes the risk of containment failure, which enhances the safety profile of the system compared to conventional light-water reactors.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
The higher performance in the Pro models also enhances the utility of Apple Intelligence, not just out of the gate, but also in years to come, when more performance is needed, the Pro models will be better able to provide ongoing support.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Bright light in the 2,500-10,000 lux range during the first six hours of a night shift suppresses melatonin and enhances alertness.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
In addition to reducing pests naturally, companion planting improves pollination, enhances flavors, and increases yields.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
By using ultra-resolution upscaling and LUT tonal balancing, Coco enhances clarity while retaining natural textures.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhances
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While no specific therapy is approved for ANDV, early recognition dramatically improves the ability to deliver aggressive supportive care, monitor oxygenation, isolate potentially infectious patients, and initiate contact tracing before broader transmission occurs.—
Steve Brozak,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The slate improves from there, but Chicago TEs have only three favorable matchups all season.—
KC Joyner,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Ocean spot freight rates increased by double digits this week as ocean carriers tack on more emergency fuel surcharges and begin setting up peak season surcharges, even as China intensifies regulatory scrutiny over carriers’ freight rate transparency and filing practices.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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The 1922 agreement that divided the water among the states doled out more than was actually flowing, and since 2000, the river has shrunk dramatically as climate change intensifies dry conditions in the Rocky Mountains.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
14 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
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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
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The Enterprise Browser consolidates these capabilities, allowing organizations to simplify their IT programs while improving the user experience.—
Michelle Castillo,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Brazil’s Nicho54 Institute is launching Cinemateca Negra (Black Brazilian Cinematheque in literal translation), an original publication that consolidates data about Black films in Brazil.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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