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verb

past tense of enrich
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Recent Examples of enriched
Adjective
But securing Iranian nuclear sites and the enriched uranium that lies underneath would likely require a much larger force, according to the officials given the scope of the mission. Luis Martinez, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026 Al-Busaidi suggested that Iran has agreed to downgrade the enriched uranium. Laura Kelly, The Hill, 27 Feb. 2026 When enriched uranium undergoes nuclear fission, efficiencies are much higher. Big Think, 16 Feb. 2026 Apart from all the construction supplies and labor constraints, another major expense for the plants is the enriched uranium that sources the nuclear fuel, especially when Russia dominates almost half of the global uranium enrichment market. Jordan Blum, Fortune, 7 Feb. 2026 In a statement following the death of Sidney Eskenazi, IU President Pam Whitten said the Eskenazis transformed Indiana University and enriched lives beyond campus. Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 4 Feb. 2026 Some of the most influential work in this field comes from enriched environment studies in animals. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026 According to one review, post-meal blood sugar levels are lower after eating whole wheat and other whole grain breads compared to white or enriched breads. Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2026 This drug trafficking, according to the indictment, enriched Maduro, his family and members of Venezuela's political and military elite. CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
Before last summer’s war, the International Atomic Energy Agency estimated that Tehran possessed more than 400 kilograms enriched to 60 percent—dangerously close to weapons-grade and sufficient for roughly 11 nuclear weapons if further enriched. Richard Goldberg, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026 The sunscreen is also enriched with vitamin E and nourishing oils. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026 That would be enough for 10 nuclear weapons if the material could be enriched further to full 90 percent weapons-grade concentrations, according to the IAEA. Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 11 Mar. 2026 The journey has enriched his personal life, too. Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 Iran has also enriched an additional 2,200 lbs. Luis Martinez, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026 Iran also holds more than 8,000 kilograms, about 17,600 pounds, of uranium enriched to lower levels. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026 If it were enriched further to about 90%, that would be enough fissile material for roughly a dozen atomic bombs. Yarden Segev, NBC news, 9 Mar. 2026 Iran also possesses more than 8,000 kilograms of uranium enriched to lower levels, material that could be upgraded if enrichment capacity is restored. Jonathan Tirone, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enriched
Adjective
  • However, the bureau made no secret of its ongoing role in the fortified ceremony.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, is found in foods such as beef liver, eggs, fortified cereals, and milk.
    Bloomberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.
    Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.
    Wendy O'Dea, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Palomar College, meanwhile, improved to 16-1 in junior college play.
    Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Waybourn said jail conditions have improved dramatically since new jail administrator Shannon Herklotz arrived in January because of a more proactive approach to health care.
    Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Mi Pueblo Supermarket has two locations, each roof adorned in the flags of Latin American countries.
    Bob Carlton, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Survivors wore leis, and pineapples adorned with sunglasses sat on every table in the Staybridge’s modest meeting room.
    Jacob Stern, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Typically, sugar substitutes (including nutritive and non-nutritive sweeteners) impact blood sugar to a lesser extent than table sugar.
    Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026
  • They’re typically sweetened with artificial or non-nutritive sweeteners, such as aspartame or sucralose, which don’t raise blood sugar levels.
    Caitlin Beale, Health, 20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The decorated skier suffered back-to-back injuries in the last month.
    Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.
    Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The missile also features an A-band Active Electronic Scanned Array (AESA) radar seeker and has enhanced Terrain Contour Matching and target discrimination capabilities.
    Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
  • In the shower, cornflower blue tiles are enhanced with a rounded black lacquer rim, which echoes the same detailing found elsewhere in the house.
    Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Here are five nutritious drinks to try this week.
    Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
  • All three have focused on making sure their clients have access to nutritious food, not just medical care.
    Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026

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