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
Now, the multi-billion-dollar brand is bringing its signature silhouette-enhancing styles into the world of performance and women’s sports.
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 24 Sep. 2025
For one thing, food packages nutrition with fats, enhancing absorption.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 24 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, neuroscientific studies demonstrate that musical engagement activates the brain’s reward system, enhancing motivation, emotional regulation, and memory formation.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Once in service, China will operate three aircraft carriers for the first time, significantly enhancing its ability to conduct far-seas operations.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2025
Black pepper contains piperine, which helps your body absorb the curcumin in turmeric more effectively, enhancing its effects.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
My focus will be on ensuring fiscal responsibility, enhancing communications with members and improving oversight of VMS activity.
—Anita Gosch, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Brands that adopt this 360-degree model are not only enhancing outcomes but are better positioned to lead and grow in a competitive market.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Organizations that make this transition strategically, with full consideration of technical, operational and compliance requirements, will be well-positioned to achieve cost savings and operational improvements while maintaining or enhancing their security posture.
—Julian Durand, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Jenna Ryu, SELF, 24 Sep. 2025
For one thing, food packages nutrition with fats, enhancing absorption.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 24 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, neuroscientific studies demonstrate that musical engagement activates the brain’s reward system, enhancing motivation, emotional regulation, and memory formation.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Once in service, China will operate three aircraft carriers for the first time, significantly enhancing its ability to conduct far-seas operations.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2025
Black pepper contains piperine, which helps your body absorb the curcumin in turmeric more effectively, enhancing its effects.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
My focus will be on ensuring fiscal responsibility, enhancing communications with members and improving oversight of VMS activity.
—Anita Gosch, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Brands that adopt this 360-degree model are not only enhancing outcomes but are better positioned to lead and grow in a competitive market.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Organizations that make this transition strategically, with full consideration of technical, operational and compliance requirements, will be well-positioned to achieve cost savings and operational improvements while maintaining or enhancing their security posture.
—Julian Durand, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhancing
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After the trade, Jones talked about how improving the run defense was part of their decision-making.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Ten years on from the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the vision of improving lives everywhere in harmony with our planet is under unprecedented strain.—
Sebastian Buckup,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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Another storm called Opong is now intensifying in the Philippines in the aftermath of Ragasa and the typhoon season still has many months left.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
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Israel's military campaign in Gaza has only shown signs of intensifying over recent months, and efforts to negotiate a peace appear all but stalled.—
Shannon K. Kingston,
ABC News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Cracker Barrel is sweetening the deal for loyalty members, who will be able to take part in the $5 deal starting a full day early on September 25.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
23 Sep. 2025
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The news led many to speculate that the move was a political one aimed at sweetening a then-pending merger between parent company Paramount and Skydance — a deal that the companies needed the FCC to approve.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
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Far from descending into deepening partisan divisions, Taiwan may be moving toward a new political equilibrium.—
PHILIP H. GORDON,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Sep. 2025
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How the Grammy winner is deepening his Nashville connection.—
Sandy Mazza,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Sep. 2025
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Our ability to love is expanding and heightening.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Hill’s Niall Stanage writes that the shocking killing of Kirk is heightening fears over the nation’s path.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
11 Sep. 2025
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This movement combines adductor strengthening on one side with stretching on the other.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Humberto has become a hurricane northeast of the northern Leeward Islands and is forecast to continue strengthening.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As Big Ten rivals Michigan and then Ohio State won national titles, Penn State was still getting its NIL house in order, consolidating its funding, streamlining its operations, aligning its power players and making Happy Valley an appealing and lucrative place for top talent to come — and stay.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Between 2017 and 2020, Promod closed 600 stores in 50 countries, consolidating operations to 400 stores in just five European markets.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Enhancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhancing. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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