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
Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
Lower operating costs and improved reliability Beyond environmental benefits, the firm cites significant economic advantages of electric haul trucks.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026
The ambitious plan calls for widening the sidewalks, reducing traffic lanes to three from the current five, adding trees, planters, benches, improved lighting and infrastructure to reduce the impact of storms, and possibly adding more vehicle-free weekends.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
There's a useful crosshair feature too for FPS battles, and a DLP turbo feature for improved performance during gaming, at the expense of certain settings like auto correction and 3D features being disabled.
—Paul Ridden
june 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
The reigning most improved player of the year scored two points in 16 minutes on 1-of-5 shooting from the field.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
Griffin Jax gave the Rays a solid five-inning start, allowing two solo homers, and four relievers — an improved Steven Matz, Kevin Kelly, Garrett Cleavinger and Bryan Baker — took it from there.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
Men with obesity and low testosterone linked to obesity may experience improved testosterone, sperm quality and metabolic health, especially during weight loss.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Dozens of animal advocates gathered outside the San José Animal Care Center on Wednesday evening, demanding greater transparency and improved conditions for animals housed at the city-run facility.
—Maddie White, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 17 June 2026
The Nationals improved to 39-35.
—Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
But measured as a percentage of revenues, the company’s operating losses slightly improved year to year, from 237 percent in 2024 to 160 percent in 2025.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
After Strange, a former first-round pick Miami claimed off waivers early last season, replaced Smith in the middle of Miami’s 31-21 loss to Buffalo, Miami’s offensive line steadily improved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Microsoft's follow-ups promise more power and improved AI support within the classic, lightweight, and portable design.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
Comps have improved in the new quarter, but are still down 4%.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Philadelphia improved to 30-14 under interim manager Don Mattingly.
—CBS News, 16 June 2026
Consecutive weeks of May showers dropped 6-10 inches of rain and significantly improved drought conditions in central and North Georgia, according to the National Weather Service.
—Alex Nettles, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
Adjective
The school system received significant state and national praise for improved test scores.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
Lower operating costs and improved reliability Beyond environmental benefits, the firm cites significant economic advantages of electric haul trucks.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026
The ambitious plan calls for widening the sidewalks, reducing traffic lanes to three from the current five, adding trees, planters, benches, improved lighting and infrastructure to reduce the impact of storms, and possibly adding more vehicle-free weekends.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
There's a useful crosshair feature too for FPS battles, and a DLP turbo feature for improved performance during gaming, at the expense of certain settings like auto correction and 3D features being disabled.
—Paul Ridden
june 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
The reigning most improved player of the year scored two points in 16 minutes on 1-of-5 shooting from the field.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
Griffin Jax gave the Rays a solid five-inning start, allowing two solo homers, and four relievers — an improved Steven Matz, Kevin Kelly, Garrett Cleavinger and Bryan Baker — took it from there.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
Men with obesity and low testosterone linked to obesity may experience improved testosterone, sperm quality and metabolic health, especially during weight loss.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Dozens of animal advocates gathered outside the San José Animal Care Center on Wednesday evening, demanding greater transparency and improved conditions for animals housed at the city-run facility.
—Maddie White, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Verb
Marsch hopes his players’ reaction time and quickness will have improved by the World Cup thanks to the virtual reality.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 17 June 2026
The Nationals improved to 39-35.
—Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
But measured as a percentage of revenues, the company’s operating losses slightly improved year to year, from 237 percent in 2024 to 160 percent in 2025.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
After Strange, a former first-round pick Miami claimed off waivers early last season, replaced Smith in the middle of Miami’s 31-21 loss to Buffalo, Miami’s offensive line steadily improved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Microsoft's follow-ups promise more power and improved AI support within the classic, lightweight, and portable design.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
Comps have improved in the new quarter, but are still down 4%.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Philadelphia improved to 30-14 under interim manager Don Mattingly.
—CBS News, 16 June 2026
Consecutive weeks of May showers dropped 6-10 inches of rain and significantly improved drought conditions in central and North Georgia, according to the National Weather Service.
—Alex Nettles, AJC.com, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved
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Jun and his companions set out to try and save their moon as Travelers leaping into the timestream to uncover ancient secrets and locate powerful alien remnants that will aid them in battling back against evolved human descendants called Celestials.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
16 June 2026
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And yet such naked projection felt somehow hopeful, as though simply being able to conceive of such evolved avatars of masculinity might help power them into existence.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Both opted for rosy lips with a glossy finish—so chic—and a radiant complexion, enhanced by touches of peach blush.—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
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Decorative limestone and sandstone moldings adorned the building’s facades, while columns made from the same materials enhanced its splendor.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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Both devote an area to post-op care, with nutritionists on staff, organic food, and all the advanced healing therapies.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
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With basic mobile coverage reaching 91% of the population, companies are redirecting their money toward advanced 5G networks and high-speed fiber lines.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
19 June 2026
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“Improved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improved. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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