FERTILIZING Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

fertilizing

verb

present participle of fertilize

as in enriching

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Mulch helps gardens by limiting weeds, holding moisture, and enriching soil over time.

— Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 28 Oct. 2026
Indeed, Cazzu’s triumphant 2025 LP, Latinaje, was both personal and pop, enriching her trap bravado with cumbia, chacareras, and the colorful garb of her native Jujuy.

— Richard Villegas, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2026

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Then there's the long-standing fascination with augmenting human capabilities with electronics.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026
After principal photography wrapped, many months would be spent in post-production augmenting the voices to create the right tone and weave them into the overall soundscape.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026

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Additional sound insulation for 2026 helps suppress road and drivetrain noise, further reinforcing the RZ's luxury credentials.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026
Cutting off access to contraceptives serves the Iranian government’s goal of population growth, reinforcing women’s primary role as reproducers.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026

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Below, take a peek at the best still-available Dyson Prime Day deals, ranging from cordless stick vacuums to purifying tower fans.

— Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 8 Oct. 2026
Simple habits such as purifying drinking water, washing hands before meals and after using the bathroom, and practicing good camp hygiene remain some of the easiest ways to stay healthy outdoors.

— Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

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The Rapid Repair Bond Builder+ Collection helps repair damage from heat, color and styling, strengthening strands from the inside out for healthier, shinier hair.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026
Weber's campaign has emphasized strengthening election security, protecting voting rights and maintaining access to voting.

— Richard Ramos, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of strengthening

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Tackle small messes right away to prevent buildup and make deep-cleaning days easier.

— Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 31 Oct. 2026
Throw on a pair of protective gloves before attempting any tasks that are hard on the nails or hands — whether that’s gardening or cleaning the house or lifting rough objects.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2026

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