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
Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Other segments included card magic, floating illusions, and comedic skits, in which humanoids displayed improved timing, expressive behavior, and coordinated role interactions.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
It will be completed faster and passengers will have an improved network.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Along with her success, Perez has strongly advocated for improved Latino representation in Hollywood.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Feb. 2026
Slit-seeding allows grass seed to be deposited directly into the grooves, ensuring good seed-to-soil contact for improved germination and growth, says TruGreen's Brian Feldman.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
Coan noted that 80% of PAL participants report improved relationships with police.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
Reflecting these trends, Morningstar recently raised its fair-value estimate for Caterpillar shares into the low-$600 range, citing improved guidance and stronger end-market demand.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
The organization funds research to develop new and improved treatments for pediatric cancers.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Dan Rios, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Pitchbook’s Zabelin said the company is valued at more than $10 billion, adding that Mercor and its competitors’ high values show investors think services like human feedback and expert testing of AI models are becoming a permanent and essential part of how AI systems are built and improved.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
For there can be no doubt that Jackson improved life immeasurably, and in concrete ways, for Black Americans and for Black Chicagoans in particular.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The surgery even improved her skills on the slopes.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
The results haven't improved since then, but Ausberry's stance might have.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
There’s still work to do, but he’s also improved as a run defender during his time with the Red Raiders.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Cosmetic chemistry has improved exponentially since then, and very few formulas have remained unchanged for this long.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Feb. 2026
Disability representation in romance has also improved somewhat.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Rodney Williams, newly appointed as the city’s Families, Parks and Recreation Director, met last week with some of the advocates who have been petitioning for better care of the famed birds, including improved cleanliness.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Other segments included card magic, floating illusions, and comedic skits, in which humanoids displayed improved timing, expressive behavior, and coordinated role interactions.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
It will be completed faster and passengers will have an improved network.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
Along with her success, Perez has strongly advocated for improved Latino representation in Hollywood.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Feb. 2026
Slit-seeding allows grass seed to be deposited directly into the grooves, ensuring good seed-to-soil contact for improved germination and growth, says TruGreen's Brian Feldman.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
Coan noted that 80% of PAL participants report improved relationships with police.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
Reflecting these trends, Morningstar recently raised its fair-value estimate for Caterpillar shares into the low-$600 range, citing improved guidance and stronger end-market demand.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
The organization funds research to develop new and improved treatments for pediatric cancers.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
The Knights improved to 2-0 in their pool games and earned the right to move on to the next round.
—Dan Rios, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Pitchbook’s Zabelin said the company is valued at more than $10 billion, adding that Mercor and its competitors’ high values show investors think services like human feedback and expert testing of AI models are becoming a permanent and essential part of how AI systems are built and improved.
—Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
For there can be no doubt that Jackson improved life immeasurably, and in concrete ways, for Black Americans and for Black Chicagoans in particular.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The surgery even improved her skills on the slopes.
—Marielle Mohs, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
The results haven't improved since then, but Ausberry's stance might have.
—Tom Murphy, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
There’s still work to do, but he’s also improved as a run defender during his time with the Red Raiders.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Cosmetic chemistry has improved exponentially since then, and very few formulas have remained unchanged for this long.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Feb. 2026
Disability representation in romance has also improved somewhat.
—Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved
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In the last century, scientists have found bountiful evidence of complexity and engineering in living systems that seems highly unlikely to have emerged from a world of evolved necessity.—
Andrew McDiarmid,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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In all cases there is a responsibility to accept a certain degree of uncertainty, evolved thinking, and risk.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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How has being in love enhanced your artistic practice?—
Cierra Black,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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This investment ensures smaller class sizes, competitive pay for educators and staff (at least $20/hour), enhanced school safety and robust support for early childhood and higher education.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Rosenblatt noted the improved ability to monetize streaming with its partnership with Amazon, a new ad tool for small and mid-sized businesses and tweaks made to the front page for advanced ads.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Everesse Built around advanced monopolar radiofrequency (RF), Everesse by Volnewmer is designed to lift and firm skin on the face and body in two sessions, spaced three months apart.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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