1
as in improving
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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3
as in sweetening
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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Recent Examples of enhancing
As a bonus, the exercise itself will in turn generate good feelings by increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin, two mood-enhancing neurotransmitters, that will reinforce the behavior.
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Leying Tang, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The award honors a Magic player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
The shorter length is key, offering spring-enhancing levity without a choppier cut.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
For starters, the new lightweight double-skinned aluminum pop-top design adds an additional 4 inches (10 cm) of headroom inside the upstairs bedroom, enhancing comfort and space.
—New Atlas, 17 Feb. 2026
Additionally, their foliage offers stunning fall colors, enhancing the visual appeal of your porch or patio.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute team is continually enhancing its level of cardiac care across Southern California by offering patients the latest in minimally invasive cardiac care, often exceeding the capabilities of major academic hospitals, while keeping care close to home.
—Memorialcare, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Beet juice has been extensively studied for its role in heart health and enhancing athletic performance.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
With plans for major renovations to Robb Field and Dusty Rhodes Park already approved by the city, the emphasis this time was on enhancing smaller parks that primarily serve local residents.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Leying Tang, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The award honors a Magic player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
The shorter length is key, offering spring-enhancing levity without a choppier cut.
—Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
For starters, the new lightweight double-skinned aluminum pop-top design adds an additional 4 inches (10 cm) of headroom inside the upstairs bedroom, enhancing comfort and space.
—New Atlas, 17 Feb. 2026
Additionally, their foliage offers stunning fall colors, enhancing the visual appeal of your porch or patio.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute team is continually enhancing its level of cardiac care across Southern California by offering patients the latest in minimally invasive cardiac care, often exceeding the capabilities of major academic hospitals, while keeping care close to home.
—Memorialcare, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Beet juice has been extensively studied for its role in heart health and enhancing athletic performance.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
With plans for major renovations to Robb Field and Dusty Rhodes Park already approved by the city, the emphasis this time was on enhancing smaller parks that primarily serve local residents.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhancing
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But rather than making this change at the flick of a switch, many fertility doctors are now recommending hopeful patients spend a few months improving their health to give themselves the best chances of conceiving.—
Rachel Hosie,
SELF,
16 Feb. 2026
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Rosemary is a flavorful herb that enhances gardens by repelling pests and improving the taste of nearby plants.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
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With early voting underway, candidates are intensifying their efforts in Austin and across the state ahead of primary election day.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
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Crisis intensifies Fuel shortages and blackouts have been intensifying in Cuba this month as the nation struggles to import oil for its power plants and refineries.—
Andrea Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Indiana lawmakers advanced a measure to require data center companies to fork over 1% of their sales tax exemption savings to local governments, sweetening the deal for local officials embroiled in the data center fights sweeping the state.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
3 Feb. 2026
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Instead of sweetening it, the relatives clamped a sugar cube between their incisors and loudly sucked the tea through it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Jan. 2026
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Prince William has deliberately distanced himself from Prince Harry, deepening a rift that remains unresolved six years later.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Political divides within countries are deepening, even among long-standing allies.—
Alan H.H. Fleischmann,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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But even should the talks prove a failure, the effort to dampen the confrontational responses and heightening tensions would still be valuable in reducing the possibility of regional conflict.—
Nina Srinivasan Rathbun,
The Conversation,
17 Feb. 2026
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Other artists have tried to tackle this melodrama by grounding us in specific characters’ perspectives, or by heightening the performances, but Fennell embraces the story’s fundamental absurdism by giving us absurd and often glorious images.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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With Bloomingdale’s distancing itself from the competition and strengthening its luxury and contemporary profile, the challenge is clear — how to sustain the momentum and build upon last year’s gains.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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South Dakota state senators revived and approved a bill Tuesday that was described by its sponsor as strengthening parental rights, but was criticized by opponents for its potential to undercut protections against abuse and neglect, delay urgent health care decisions and encourage lawsuits.—
Meghan O’Brien,
States Newsroom,
18 Feb. 2026
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Antoine Bass has good ideas, too, notably for consolidating duplicative programs and sharing heavy equipment among the district’s municipalities.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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That means consolidating facilities, linehaul, procurement, and capital planning.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Enhancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhancing. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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