as in enhances
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a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improves
Zheng Yu said the new system significantly improves vehicle performance and driving range.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
The first step replenishes skin’s water levels, and the second protects it—a combination that improves elasticity, calms inflammation, and strengthens barrier integrity.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Read on for more about how exactly working out improves your brain function, plus some simple tips from experts on how to incorporate brain-boosting exercise into your day-to-day to reap the cognitive benefits yourself.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2026
Ginseng improves circulation and prevents cell death.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
Muscles become stronger and more defined, posture improves and your overall physique becomes more athletic.
—Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The Pro Collagen Marine Cream with SPF 30 is the ultimate 3-in-1 anti-wrinkle moisturizer that improves hydration and firmness while protecting skin from sun exposure.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
The electrolyte is a gel, which improves energy density without the chemical instability risks of fully solid designs.
—New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2026
When those elements are present, cognitive dissonance tends to decrease, and overall financial well-being often improves.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
The first step replenishes skin’s water levels, and the second protects it—a combination that improves elasticity, calms inflammation, and strengthens barrier integrity.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Read on for more about how exactly working out improves your brain function, plus some simple tips from experts on how to incorporate brain-boosting exercise into your day-to-day to reap the cognitive benefits yourself.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2026
Ginseng improves circulation and prevents cell death.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
Muscles become stronger and more defined, posture improves and your overall physique becomes more athletic.
—Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The Pro Collagen Marine Cream with SPF 30 is the ultimate 3-in-1 anti-wrinkle moisturizer that improves hydration and firmness while protecting skin from sun exposure.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 27 Feb. 2026
The electrolyte is a gel, which improves energy density without the chemical instability risks of fully solid designs.
—New Atlas, 27 Feb. 2026
When those elements are present, cognitive dissonance tends to decrease, and overall financial well-being often improves.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improves
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One year, for example, the tour helped fund a picnic area accessibility project organized by the nonprofit For the Love of the Lake; this year’s beneficiary is White Rock Lake Conservancy, which preserves and enhances White Rock Lake Park.—
Kelley Bruss,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mimicking the qualities of a natural environment within a high-rise, the design enhances workplace well-being and fosters a connected experience.—
Adam Williams
March 06,
New Atlas,
6 Mar. 2026
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Sam McMurray helps maintain the ecology of the river and lake, and teaches guests to fish, but the key man is Mike Hurd, expert fly-fisherman, keen golfer, and tourist guide.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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This helps maintain the orientation of both the robot and the satellite during servicing tasks.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Improves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improves. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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