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as in to exaggerate
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 to elevate
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 to intensify
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 to celebrate
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 magnify
Use it to make your next barbecue rub or rim the glass of a Margarita, and see how even a small dose can magnify the sweetness of fresh watermelon.
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Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
The oil-free cream formula is anchored by spherical particles that absorb and refract light to blur dark spots, redness, and uneven texture without emphasizing the lines and pores that heavier concealers tend to magnify.
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Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
Venus conjunct Jupiter in your sign is equivalent to a cosmic glow-up, magnifying your charm, warmth and emotional magnetism.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
And if that goalkeeper is Freese, the contrast will be magnified.
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Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
The oil-free cream formula is anchored by spherical particles that absorb and refract light to blur dark spots, redness, and uneven texture without emphasizing the lines and pores that heavier concealers tend to magnify.
—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
Venus conjunct Jupiter in your sign is equivalent to a cosmic glow-up, magnifying your charm, warmth and emotional magnetism.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
And if that goalkeeper is Freese, the contrast will be magnified.
—
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for magnify
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The four-time Olympian was not exaggerating.
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Many of the studies exaggerate the amount in human organs, the European officials concluded.
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Wear this style in your hair with a linen dress, tie it around your neck to elevate a simple tank, or loop it onto your bag for an easy accent.
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Café Corazón is no stranger to elevating artists.
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If employees are expected to produce the same output in less time without better systems in place, the pressure simply intensifies.
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Europe's automotive industry faces a severe crisis, intensified by the EU's 2035 electric vehicle mandate and fierce Chinese competition.
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Moroccan supporters, who had arrived in force, marching toward the stadium amid pounding drums and chants, celebrated their team’s victory and advancement.
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Best Amazon Prime Day Travel Deals Vacation season is in full swing, and Amazon is celebrating with huge Prime Day deals on all sorts of travel essentials.
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This may sound like a minor detail, but cabin location can enhance the overall journey.
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In addition to its instant, complexion-enhancing tint, the formula contains skin care ingredients lauded for their smoothing, quenching properties.
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While promoting Cape Fear on the SmartLess podcast, Adams told the story of saving a man’s life in Santa Monica.
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Supporters of Amendment 3 have used Thursday’s court ruling to promote the new amendment.
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An interesting month for the ‘baby designer’ crowd A new genome-editing tool used in early embryos has illuminated the role of a key gene overseeing the first stages of human development — and heightened the ongoing debate about whether such tools could or should ever be used to make a baby.
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Astrologers often view the full moon as an ideal moment to focus on goals, release what no longer serves you and channel heightened energy into your dreams.
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Syd, bless her, as well as Ayo Edebiri, is the cautious realist in that partnership.
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But while most of the apartment has been blessed by the magic of Angela’s personal touch, two rooms remain in limbo.
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“Magnify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnify. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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