as in evolved
being far along in development
an improved version of the software is now available
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as in enhanced
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improved
Josh Kendall, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
As Gomez became more comfortable in MLS and less shy around Miami’s star players, his output and final product drastically improved.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
But the Blackhawks are usually the Wild’s tonic, and the Wild improved to 14-0-1 against them in the past 15 meetings.
—Michael Russo, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Finally healthy and a catalyst in the Panthers’ improved pass rush, Wonnum has gained a deeper perspective — and a wealth of medical knowledge — over the year since his initial injury.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Miami improved to 7-8 and is now tied with the Cincinnati Bengals and the Indianapolis Colts in the AFC standings.
—Sean Treppedi, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Hidalgo was a first-team All-American last season and has improved as a scorer and decision-maker in her second season.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
His performance in recent times has improved a lot.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Langlois thinks policies could be improved, especially with more training for paramedics.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Commanders improved to 10-5 for the first time since 1991 and now have a 94 percent chance to make the playoffs.
—Josh Kendall, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
As Gomez became more comfortable in MLS and less shy around Miami’s star players, his output and final product drastically improved.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
But the Blackhawks are usually the Wild’s tonic, and the Wild improved to 14-0-1 against them in the past 15 meetings.
—Michael Russo, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Finally healthy and a catalyst in the Panthers’ improved pass rush, Wonnum has gained a deeper perspective — and a wealth of medical knowledge — over the year since his initial injury.
—Joseph Person, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Miami improved to 7-8 and is now tied with the Cincinnati Bengals and the Indianapolis Colts in the AFC standings.
—Sean Treppedi, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Hidalgo was a first-team All-American last season and has improved as a scorer and decision-maker in her second season.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
His performance in recent times has improved a lot.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Langlois thinks policies could be improved, especially with more training for paramedics.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Improved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improved. Accessed 12 Jan. 2025.
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