as in deepens
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 intensifies
Very dry weather tends to lead to higher temperatures, which causes more evaporation that intensifies the drought—leading to even drier conditions, Myers explained.
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Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Taiwan’s defense ministry on Sunday announced a five-day combat readiness exercise as China intensifies military activity around the island.
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Lauren Morganbesser,
semafor.com,
21 June 2026
The effect intensifies further north, lasting for days or even months.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Night sweats interrupt sleep and poor sleep intensifies everything else.
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Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
17 June 2026
That suspicion intensifies when Mike and Eddie acknowledge their mutual desire with a kiss and start regularly hooking up.
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David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
Roasting peaches intensifies their flavor, and in this old-school recipe, they're mashed and mixed into a rich custard before churning into a creamy, fruit-forward ice cream.
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Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Still, as the day unfolds, the sun's alignment to Pluto intensifies deeper fears around control, recognition and power.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
As competition intensifies across the AI industry, Anthropic is betting that powerful models do not have to arrive without safeguards.
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Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Taiwan’s defense ministry on Sunday announced a five-day combat readiness exercise as China intensifies military activity around the island.
—
Lauren Morganbesser,
semafor.com,
21 June 2026
The effect intensifies further north, lasting for days or even months.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Night sweats interrupt sleep and poor sleep intensifies everything else.
—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
17 June 2026
That suspicion intensifies when Mike and Eddie acknowledge their mutual desire with a kiss and start regularly hooking up.
—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
Roasting peaches intensifies their flavor, and in this old-school recipe, they're mashed and mixed into a rich custard before churning into a creamy, fruit-forward ice cream.
—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
Still, as the day unfolds, the sun's alignment to Pluto intensifies deeper fears around control, recognition and power.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
As competition intensifies across the AI industry, Anthropic is betting that powerful models do not have to arrive without safeguards.
—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensifies
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The latest analysis only deepens the mystery.
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The moves come as Gersh deepens its investment in creator representation, brand partnerships and digital-first business development.
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Together, this conjunction not only heightens our desire for closeness and emotional reassurance but also brings a deep sense of generosity.
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At the same time, a lot of the region’s industrial infrastructure is aging, which also heightens the risk of leaks, cracks or failure.
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Pairing fish with heart-healthy sides—such as leafy greens, nuts, olive oil, or fiber-rich grains—enhances its protective effects.
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While the technology assists in officiating and enhances live broadcasts, those sensors can also add uneven mass distribution that impedes a ball's movement in the air.
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Promoting talent internally strengthens employee retention, reduces recruitment costs and enhances company culture.
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The Kérastase Chronologiste Revitalizing Youth Shampoo removes buildup, cleanses the scalp, softens and strengthens strands (meaning less breakage), increases moisture starting at the root, improves follicle health (meaning less shedding), and imparts shine.
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“Intensifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensifies. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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