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
The sky darkened during the Rays’ fourth-inning rally, and light rain intensified into a heavy downpour an inning later.
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
These departures have intensified debate about Apple’s innovation pipeline.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2025
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2025
The subtropical ridge of high pressure, which brought extreme heat to the Midwest and southeastern United States last week, will shift westward and intensify by midweek.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
These departures have intensified debate about Apple’s innovation pipeline.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2025
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2025
The subtropical ridge of high pressure, which brought extreme heat to the Midwest and southeastern United States last week, will shift westward and intensify by midweek.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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As the debt crisis only continues to deepen, Relief is leading the way for the change the market needs.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Since its inception, Black August has served as a time to honor Black freedom fighters, deepen our political education and recommit to the struggle for liberation.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
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Senate Bill 6, authored by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, seeks to bolster grid reliability, enhance outage protections for residential consumers, adjust transmission cost allocations and improve ERCOT's load forecasting transparency.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The partnership continues Borden’s long-standing relationship with Mili Pictures, now enhanced through collaboration with Summit International Pictures.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 July 2025
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As the response from Israel made many ask about the equally horrific impact and death of innocents in Gaza, those debates and demonstrations heightened, particularly on college campuses globally.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
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If your emotions feel especially heightened, trust them.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
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Knowing whether the solution keeps your headcount neutral or—better yet—helps net some efficiency only strengthens your argument.—
Dave Merkel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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For example, strengthening your biceps can enhance your ability to perform a pull-up.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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