improving

present participle of improve

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Recent Examples of improving Medina Diaz ran on increasing public education funding, strengthening the school system, improving aging infrastructure and raising the state minimum wage to $16. Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 The company argues that improving awareness on the airport surface could deliver meaningful safety gains as flight activity continues to increase. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026 The district has recognized 19 struggling campuses, naming them as ELEVATE campuses, that need help improving grades. Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 But in the longer term, the project’s effects might lead to improving relations between Iran and GCC states. Firmesk Rahim, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026 Cooling and efficiency designs are improving quickly, and newer facilities use less water than older ones. Ron Kitchens, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026 Instead, every renovation must navigate a delicate balance between improving the fan experience and preserving the architectural integrity of one of the nation's few National Historic Landmarks dedicated to sports. Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 After two years of improving attitudes, Americans are turning more negative toward artificial intelligence as the technology finds its way into businesses and classrooms. Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 29 July 2026 Single-Leg Balance Standing on one leg strengthens the muscles around your knee while improving balance and stability. Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 29 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improving
Verb
  • These policies are increasingly important for enhancing older workers’ employability as AI and technological change reshape jobs and skill requirements.
    Runchana Pongsaparn, Fortune, 31 July 2026
  • The architecture is intended to reduce construction complexity while enhancing operational safety.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Michael Busch drove in three runs against his former team, helping the Cubs improve to 2-2 on a seven-game homestand.
    Jay Cohen, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Later, the Taurus Moon enters your 3rd House of Communication, helping simple words calm the noise around you today.
    Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Improving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improving. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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