as in strengthens
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
the hardship of army training inured her to the rigors of desert warfare
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This approach not only empowers individuals but also strengthens team dynamics by promoting diverse perspectives and solutions.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
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Lastly, the acquisition strengthens Capital One’s balance sheet, allowing for aggressive share repurchases in the future.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Inures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inures. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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