as in enhancing
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improving
The series will follow a brotherhood of stylish entrepreneurial men over 50 who share their expertise with men who need help elevating their looks, improving their physical and mental health and more.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
The firm said switching rates are improving to five-year highs.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2026
That said, early on-the-ground reports from travelers suggest the impact is mixed, with some saying the presence of ICE agents isn’t noticeably improving long wait times.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The team has been improving under head coach Chris Padilla, and this season has arguably been his best yet, with the team winning a district title without a loss.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026
Two years later, the legislature created a tracker that allowed utilities to charge customers for the cost of improving transmission, distribution and storage systems, Pol said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes are being described as improving the unit’s execution and speed, rather than as a cost-cutting matter, according to a person familiar with the matter.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
While state lawmakers have passed nearly 50 new laws aimed at improving youth mental health, Colorado Health Institute found 44% of kids who needed care last year didn't get it due to a lack of money or insurance.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
The project also includes improving the frontage roads and the bridge between County Road 370 and County Road 375.
—Hedija Spahalic, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
The firm said switching rates are improving to five-year highs.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2026
That said, early on-the-ground reports from travelers suggest the impact is mixed, with some saying the presence of ICE agents isn’t noticeably improving long wait times.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The team has been improving under head coach Chris Padilla, and this season has arguably been his best yet, with the team winning a district title without a loss.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026
Two years later, the legislature created a tracker that allowed utilities to charge customers for the cost of improving transmission, distribution and storage systems, Pol said.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes are being described as improving the unit’s execution and speed, rather than as a cost-cutting matter, according to a person familiar with the matter.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
While state lawmakers have passed nearly 50 new laws aimed at improving youth mental health, Colorado Health Institute found 44% of kids who needed care last year didn't get it due to a lack of money or insurance.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
The project also includes improving the frontage roads and the bridge between County Road 370 and County Road 375.
—Hedija Spahalic, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improving
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According to the county, the goals and objectives of the Ag Reserve include preserving agriculture, enhancing environmental resource value and open space, creating a functional, sustainable development pattern and minimizing costs to taxpayers.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2026
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Applications will load faster and files will be easier to move, enhancing your workspeed.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Carolinas, with Charlotte at the center, are now seen nationally as a rising hub that’s helping expand that supply.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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After helping Sweden win the goal medal at the world junior championships in January, Frondell finished strong with Djurgardens, scoring in 10 of 18 regular-season games before his team was eliminated Saturday in a first-round playoff series.—
Matt Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Improving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improving. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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