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verb

past tense of enrich
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Recent Examples of enriched
Adjective
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 Delicate, enriched breads like brioche or challah will dry out quickly, and crusty breads like sourdough, baguettes, and bagels can lose their crisp exteriors and become tough. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Verb
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 Plant in containers or garden soils enriched with compost or others forms of organic matter. Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026 With a few hundred centrifuges, enough for two or three cascades, Faragasso said the Iranians could have enriched their uranium stores to weapon grade. Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 6 Mar. 2026 All five products are enriched with tuberose flower extract, known for its shine-enhancing properties and for giving the haircare its soft, white-floral fragrance. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 6 Mar. 2026 For years now, friends and family have kindly emailed or texted me diary-in-the-news items and shared their personal diary stories, which enriched my book. Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026 Witkoff said that the uranium could have been enriched to the weapons-grade level of 90% within a week to 10 days. Alex Sundby, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enriched
Adjective
  • Most soy milks are also fortified with it, containing about 120 IU per cup.
    Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The facility in Kuwait where the four deaths occurred was ⁠protected by ​concrete blast walls but did not have a fortified roof, according to Reuters.
    Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 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
  • The Bruins improved to 20-10 overall and 12-7 in the Big Ten with one regular season game remaining, Saturday at crosstown rival USC.
    Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
  • More than 80% of respondents said their household situation has not improved in early 2026 compared with last year.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The website’s background is now adorned with a grid of T’s.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Constructed out of poplar timber, the openings are festooned with gingerbread details handpainted and adorned by Wally Whitehurst.
    Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 9 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
  • From cushioned walking sneakers to sleek slip-ons and foldable flats, the brand boasts arch-supporting insoles enhanced with anti-odor technology to keep feet feeling fresh and comfortable all day long.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Secure the precious metal properly Private vault facilities for gold storage offer enhanced features such as advanced security measures and comprehensive insurance coverage specifically designed for precious metals.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Potatoes, when cooked right, can be extremely nutritious.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Filling your plate with more nutritious options instead of restricting tends to be a healthier, longer-lasting approach to improving nutrition.
    LeeAnn Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026

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