as in enhances
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improves
The technology improves comfort and movement while maintaining a more vintage, authentic denim aesthetic, rather than the overly synthetic look that can occur with traditional stretch constructions.
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
The condiment or dip helps contain the tiny seeds while providing moisture, which improves the digestibility of whole flaxseeds.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
Some also worry about AI's ability to manipulate or prey upon people, especially as the technology improves.
—ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
That feature improves durability and consistency.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
Storing personal items under seats and waiting to use overhead bins helps avoid delays and improves efficiency.
—Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
When an upper-eyelid procedure removes that extra skin, the eyelids feel lighter and the visual field improves.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
That molecule boosts cognitive function, generates new neurons and improves connections between neurons, especially in the hippocampus, the part of the brain that converts short-term memory to long-term memory, Wanigatunga said.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
As a houseplant, monstera adds drama to the living room, improves air quality, and increases humidity in your home, which can be beneficial for other plants if your indoor climate is pretty dry.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
The condiment or dip helps contain the tiny seeds while providing moisture, which improves the digestibility of whole flaxseeds.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
Some also worry about AI's ability to manipulate or prey upon people, especially as the technology improves.
—ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
That feature improves durability and consistency.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
Storing personal items under seats and waiting to use overhead bins helps avoid delays and improves efficiency.
—Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
When an upper-eyelid procedure removes that extra skin, the eyelids feel lighter and the visual field improves.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
That molecule boosts cognitive function, generates new neurons and improves connections between neurons, especially in the hippocampus, the part of the brain that converts short-term memory to long-term memory, Wanigatunga said.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 8 Apr. 2026
As a houseplant, monstera adds drama to the living room, improves air quality, and increases humidity in your home, which can be beneficial for other plants if your indoor climate is pretty dry.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improves
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And here is a helpful tip — a teaspoon of honey enhances the flavors splendidly.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
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The team also highlighted that the technology enhances robotic hands’ capabilities in delicate manipulation tasks and paving the way for further advancements in humanoid dexterous hand development.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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Prior to the vote, local officials and other local leaders took no chances and got involved in a campaign that included social media ads and mailers to voters to communicate how the revenue benefits the city and helps cover an array of services.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Moisturizer Moisturizer hydrates your skin and helps maintain the skin barrier.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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