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
Muhammad Muzammil Rawjani,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
In 1785, the Pennsylvania General Assembly commissioned an improved road over Forbes, which was built for military speed, to accommodate wagons and horse travel.
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Salena Zito,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
In addition, the department is also experiencing improved officer retention, recruitment, youth engagement, and more, the report stated.
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Cbs Baltimore Staff,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Maersk attributed the improved outlook to continued market strength, particularly in Asia, as well as a sustained rise in spot freight rates that has supported carrier profitability despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
As the platform evolved into the latest M1A2 SEPv3 configuration, upgrades focused heavily on digital networking, improved sensors, enhanced armor, and active protection systems.
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Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
Modern adaptations like pilates sculpt and heated pilates have expanded the category far from Joseph Pilates’ original method, though the through-line of improved posture and pain relief remains.
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Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
Across formats including mat, reformer and hybrid, the benefits include improved posture and pain relief.
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Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
The South Florida results surpassed the state as a whole but followed a statewide trend of improved scores.
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Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Michael Bernick,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Accuracy, design, and comfort have improved with each generation.
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Brad Bourque,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
My breathing has improved dramatically, and my nose’s asymmetry has been corrected.
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Victoria Oliva,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Somewhat surprisingly, the risks of dying from neurological diseases, such as dementia, were improved the most, declining by 27 percent.
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Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2026
Marsch hopes his players’ reaction time and quickness will have improved by the World Cup thanks to the virtual reality.
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Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
The Nationals improved to 39-35.
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Kansas City Star,
17 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.
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Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Comps have improved in the new quarter, but are still down 4%.
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Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
Adjective
The same research reported that more than 80% of respondents felt AI improved productivity, while 59% reported a positive influence on code quality.
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Muhammad Muzammil Rawjani,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
In 1785, the Pennsylvania General Assembly commissioned an improved road over Forbes, which was built for military speed, to accommodate wagons and horse travel.
—
Salena Zito,
Washington Post,
1 July 2026
In addition, the department is also experiencing improved officer retention, recruitment, youth engagement, and more, the report stated.
—
Cbs Baltimore Staff,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Maersk attributed the improved outlook to continued market strength, particularly in Asia, as well as a sustained rise in spot freight rates that has supported carrier profitability despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
As the platform evolved into the latest M1A2 SEPv3 configuration, upgrades focused heavily on digital networking, improved sensors, enhanced armor, and active protection systems.
—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
Modern adaptations like pilates sculpt and heated pilates have expanded the category far from Joseph Pilates’ original method, though the through-line of improved posture and pain relief remains.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
Across formats including mat, reformer and hybrid, the benefits include improved posture and pain relief.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
The South Florida results surpassed the state as a whole but followed a statewide trend of improved scores.
—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Verb
The technology for delivery coordination improved.
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Michael Bernick,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Accuracy, design, and comfort have improved with each generation.
—
Brad Bourque,
The Verge,
23 June 2026
My breathing has improved dramatically, and my nose’s asymmetry has been corrected.
—
Victoria Oliva,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Somewhat surprisingly, the risks of dying from neurological diseases, such as dementia, were improved the most, declining by 27 percent.
—
Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2026
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
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
Comps have improved in the new quarter, but are still down 4%.
—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved
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This evolved mission mandates more than technology alone.
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The leader and protector of his kingdom, his character embodies this Fire sign in its most evolved form.
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It isn't intended to be enhanced by treating the inmate with hostility and cruelty.
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Others, already on the flight home, leave with their reputations enhanced, their followers multiplied and their place in World Cup folklore secure.
Adjective
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The executive order directed the federal government to shore up key cyber defenses and establish a mechanism for testing the most advanced AI models for safety issues.
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The rapid integration of AI into healthcare is fueling a massive demand for advanced computing hardware like GPUs.
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