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as in exaggerates
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
there's no need to magnify the events of your trip in order to make it seem impressive
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as in elevates
to assign a high status or value to
his newfound fame as an actor has finally magnified him in the eyes of his perennially doubting family
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as in intensifies
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the movie's sound effects magnify every crash and boom in the action scenes
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as in celebrates
to proclaim the glory of
imposing cathedrals that were built to magnify the Lord and to inspire awe in worshippers
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Recent Examples of magnifies
There are moments that feel really close, and then there’s just one mistake that magnifies our situation.
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James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
This tournament itself magnifies the emotion of it.
—Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
As a result, light from the same object can arrive at our telescopes at different times, and this magnifies the background object.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
That adds up to indirect costs to consumers, through the health and climate effects of burning more fuel, and direct pocketbook costs too; buying more gasoline magnifies the effect of price hikes.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026
Outsourcing magnifies existing structures, whether strong or weak.
—Denys Kliuch, Forbes.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Partly because wealth magnifies risk perception.
—Michael Sonnenfeldt, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Minimalism magnifies the excellence.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Centralization magnifies these costs.
—Doug Jacobson, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
This tournament itself magnifies the emotion of it.
—Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
As a result, light from the same object can arrive at our telescopes at different times, and this magnifies the background object.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
That adds up to indirect costs to consumers, through the health and climate effects of burning more fuel, and direct pocketbook costs too; buying more gasoline magnifies the effect of price hikes.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026
Outsourcing magnifies existing structures, whether strong or weak.
—Denys Kliuch, Forbes.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Partly because wealth magnifies risk perception.
—Michael Sonnenfeldt, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
Minimalism magnifies the excellence.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Centralization magnifies these costs.
—Doug Jacobson, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnifies
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Dehydration exaggerates creases and makes skin look less supple.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Apr. 2026
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Dehydration exaggerates creases and gives skin a texture that emphasizes lines.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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For Field, the relationship between nature and humanity is what elevates the film.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jennifer is a singular filmmaker, who brings a distinct, cinematic vision that elevates the material, while Goodfellas act as true curators – champions of great art and the artists behind it.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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The flowers’ blue color intensifies with the summer sun.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Newsom and other supporters have said the tunnel would protect the state’s water system as climate change intensifies severe droughts and deluges.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Now, the annual weekend Pennsylvania Firefly Festival celebrates their presence and creates excitement surrounding the late-June marvel.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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Janelle Salaun #13 of the Golden State Valkyries celebrates with Veronica Burton #22 after making a three-pointer during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on May 08, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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The new law also adds restrictions to K-12 and higher education institutions, prohibiting school voucher funds from going to any school that promotes or that is affiliated with a terrorist organization.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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This promotes pleasant feelings between you and everyone around you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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By using ultra-resolution upscaling and LUT tonal balancing, Coco enhances clarity while retaining natural textures.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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White curtains offer a clean, fresh backdrop that enhances the vibrancy of bright pops of color in your home without competing for attention.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Comfort spreads as the fertile Moon blesses your home zone and sextiles therapeutic Chiron in your 6th House of Sustainability.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Apr. 2026
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Even though Saturn will test this relationship or agreement over the coming years, Venus’ trine to Jupiter on February 22 blesses the professional endeavors that are beginning around this time.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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Local firm Studio Munge’s design is restrained but exacting, which heightens the impact of the details.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mikhail Metzel | Via Reuters Russia has offered to help China with any potential energy shortfall, as the war in the Middle East heightens geopolitical divisions and threatens global commodity supplies.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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