as in to deepen
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks
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Recent Examples of intensify
Indeed, if this trend continues, water shortages will intensify, particularly for Pakistan, which depends heavily on the Indus during dry seasons.
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Fazlul Haq, The Conversation, 25 Apr. 2025
The debate about tipping points in the climate system has intensified over the past two decades, according to the study.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Fitch also reportedly cut its India growth forecasts to 6.2% from 6.3%, citing a worsening global economic environment caused by the intensifying U.S.-China trade war.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
The Essequibo border dispute, which dates back more than 180 years, has significantly intensified in recent months.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
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Fazlul Haq, The Conversation, 25 Apr. 2025
The debate about tipping points in the climate system has intensified over the past two decades, according to the study.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
Fitch also reportedly cut its India growth forecasts to 6.2% from 6.3%, citing a worsening global economic environment caused by the intensifying U.S.-China trade war.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
The Essequibo border dispute, which dates back more than 180 years, has significantly intensified in recent months.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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Research from psychologists Robert Emmons and Philip Watkins shows that gratitude, especially in moments of hardship, strengthens our emotional well-being and deepens our connections.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intricate tensions of their relationships are deepened by evocations of the past—including their forebears’ tragic resistance to enslavement—and of enduring African traditions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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This approach enables companies to tailor marketing strategies and personalize offerings, thereby enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Forecasters said the combination of drought stress and windy weather significantly heightens the risk of new outbreaks in parts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, PennLive reported.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The crisis heightened in September 2006, after the Gol Flight 1907 accident that killed all passengers and crew onboard.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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This experience strengthened my conviction in the impact of upskilling, talent development and strategic collaborations across industry, academia, nonprofits and government.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Several bridges in western Poland have been strengthened in recent years to accommodate heavy military loads.—
Barry R. Posen,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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