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
But as the strikes intensified, targeting infrastructure and killing ordinary citizens, many Iranians began to conclude that the attacks were not merely a war against the regime but a war against the nation itself.
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Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 8 July 2025
Russia has been intensifying its bombing campaign against Ukraine in recent weeks as ceasefire talks between the two nations have floundered.
—Jackie Northam, NPR, 4 July 2025
Many recipes use chicken bouillon (Knorr brand typically) to intensify the savoriness of the poblano sauce.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
While the scandal has intensified scrutiny of incentives for local productions, the 40 percent tax rebate program for international film and television shoots in Italy remains unaffected.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2025
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Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 8 July 2025
Russia has been intensifying its bombing campaign against Ukraine in recent weeks as ceasefire talks between the two nations have floundered.
—Jackie Northam, NPR, 4 July 2025
Many recipes use chicken bouillon (Knorr brand typically) to intensify the savoriness of the poblano sauce.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
While the scandal has intensified scrutiny of incentives for local productions, the 40 percent tax rebate program for international film and television shoots in Italy remains unaffected.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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My top goal is to deepen team alignment around our core mission, as clarity drives performance.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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While focused largely on political rights, the U.N. report also highlights Venezuela’s deepening economic collapse.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
28 June 2025
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 July 2025
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But with a smart approach, mirrors can truly enhance a space.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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The tension between the state and Trump heightened at the end of May, before the state's track and field championship, which saw a trans athlete take first place in two girls' events.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
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These worries were heightened when, at the end of June, Richard Goodman, one of the senior civil servants in the DfT, wrote to Collier to reinforce Alexander's message.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
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Cal Fire status update Situation Summary Firefighters will continue to strengthen containment lines throughout the day.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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To strengthen your position in this AI age, regularly audit your skills, passions, and industry trends.—
Britney Porter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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