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as in improving
to make better
a truly great book can enrich your life
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as in decorating
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the church's magnificent interior is enriched with stunningly beautiful murals
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Recent Examples of enriching
Enrichment For starters, enriching uranium isn’t simple, says former Los Alamos National Laboratory chemist Cheryl Rofer.
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Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 11 Mar. 2026
The deal was designed to prevent Iran from enriching large amounts of uranium until at least 2031.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 Mar. 2026
With few options remaining, the government reluctantly returned to talks with the US but refused to budge on its demand to continue enriching uranium, a fuel for nuclear power plants that can also be used to build a bomb.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
That window closed in 2022 after Iran removed all of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s surveillance and monitoring under the deal and started enriching uranium to near-weapons levels and stockpiling sufficient amounts for several nuclear weapons.
—Nina Srinivasan Rathbun, The Conversation, 1 Mar. 2026
Later that year, the world learns Iran has been enriching uranium, a key step toward building a nuclear bomb.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Even Secretary of State Marco Rubio admitted Iran is not enriching uranium.
—Riley Rourke, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Before the June war, Iran had been enriching uranium up to 60% purity, a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Make Compost and Mulch at Home Annually enriching soil with compost and mulch reduces the need for fertilizer and boosts the health of edible plants.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Dan Vergano, Scientific American, 11 Mar. 2026
The deal was designed to prevent Iran from enriching large amounts of uranium until at least 2031.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 Mar. 2026
With few options remaining, the government reluctantly returned to talks with the US but refused to budge on its demand to continue enriching uranium, a fuel for nuclear power plants that can also be used to build a bomb.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
That window closed in 2022 after Iran removed all of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s surveillance and monitoring under the deal and started enriching uranium to near-weapons levels and stockpiling sufficient amounts for several nuclear weapons.
—Nina Srinivasan Rathbun, The Conversation, 1 Mar. 2026
Later that year, the world learns Iran has been enriching uranium, a key step toward building a nuclear bomb.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Even Secretary of State Marco Rubio admitted Iran is not enriching uranium.
—Riley Rourke, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Before the June war, Iran had been enriching uranium up to 60% purity, a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Make Compost and Mulch at Home Annually enriching soil with compost and mulch reduces the need for fertilizer and boosts the health of edible plants.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enriching
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The decrease solidified an improving trend over the prior two years, which saw only slight increases.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Is there an opening for improving things?—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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The iconic cherry trees decorating the nation’s capital will hit peak bloom between March 29 and April 1, the National Park Service predicted Thursday.—
Kendall Staton,
Washington Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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But Michaels’ latest expansion will truly cement the brand’s status as a one-stop shop for every occasion, from decorating to gifting.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
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There are hundreds of perennial and low-growing shrub groundcover plants, including short ornamental grasses that provide thick, dense cover, control erosion, and choke out weeds while enhancing the overall landscape.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026
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Turkey has been further enhancing its border defenses to be able to respond to a potential influx of people fleeing unrest after mass antigovernment protests in Iran were met by a brutal crackdown in January that left thousands dead.—
Serra Yedikardes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Looks best with a few bottles of Chartreuse adorning it.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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The rooms The rooms carry the InterContinental’s signature sleek aesthetic, featuring warm wood, gold and cream accents, elegant reading lamps, and modern art adorning the walls.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Then Shep leaps into bed with Austen, practically spooning him and draping his legs over the big muppet.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
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With springtime nearing, the promise of draping yourself in breezier attire is becoming more enticing — especially after such a long, cold winter.—
Rudolf Obias,
Footwear News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Saturday’s event at Hansen Dam in San Fernando Valley brought Angelenos together with the common purpose of enhancing and beautifying neighborhoods to ensure that Los Angeles shines on the world stage.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Acclaimed restaurant designer John O’Brien is beautifying the space.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
29 Jan. 2026
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