fortifies

present tense third-person singular of fortify
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Verb
  • As the industry braces for surprises and snubs, some big players are poised to lead the charge, while others hope for last-minute breakthroughs.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
  • This includes search dogs and teams trained to rescue people from collapsed buildings as the island braces for severe damage.
    Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • As Harvard Business Review notes, leaders who regularly reflect on their experiences gain self-awareness, which strengthens decision-making and leadership effectiveness.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Chelsea’s more identifiable structure strengthens them in possession and in defensive transition, which was Mauricio Pochettino’s big weakness as Maresca’s 2023-24 predecessor.
    Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Fortifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortifies. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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