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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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2
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
One point from the opening two games, and no goals scored yet, has magnified the necessity.
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Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
That shortcoming is likely to be magnified when the top-selling compact SUV — the Toyota RAV4 — goes on sale later this year with an all-new hybrid.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Thin August trading volumes are likely to magnify any market moves following Powell’s comments.
—Reuters, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
The per-capita rate is magnified by Logan’s smaller population size of 57,000.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
That shortcoming is likely to be magnified when the top-selling compact SUV — the Toyota RAV4 — goes on sale later this year with an all-new hybrid.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Thin August trading volumes are likely to magnify any market moves following Powell’s comments.
—Reuters, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
The per-capita rate is magnified by Logan’s smaller population size of 57,000.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnify
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The young family were the only people on the block who elected to ride out the storm, believing the stark warnings were being exaggerated.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2025
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The fact that the company exaggerates the job numbers, as well as the true number of states where the plane produces a significant number of jobs does not alter the fact that economic arguments carry a lot of weight in Congressional decisions on weapons procurement.—
William Hartung,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Worthy’s role was elevated last year because of an injury to wide receiver Rashee Rice.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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To elevate the roadhouse into a top-tier venue, Dalton confronts meddling patrons with a cutthroat, no-nonsense policy.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Magnet programs and schools were a way to promote voluntary integration, though locally the magnet system has intensified the city's racial and economic divide, a previous Courier Journal investigation found.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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When a new Raising Cane’s opens, the chain celebrates by hosting a community giveback and a chance for customers to win free Cane’s for a year.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Collaboration looks like departments sharing resources, teammates celebrating each other’s wins and leaders encouraging ideas from everyone.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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He is known for his advocacy in advancing preventive healthcare models, with an emphasis on the role of lifestyle interventions in managing chronic diseases and enhancing overall well-being.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
5 Sep. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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This team is once again dealing with turnover at offensive coordinator, with Kevin Patullo promoted over the offseason to replace Kellen Moore, who is now head coach of the Saints.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Commission was also unimpressed by Jackson continuing to promote SPIS’ data around the location on the pitch and timing of Paqueta’s bookings during the game during cross-examination, despite the fact that the FA had abandoned this evidence.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Standing in the hulking concrete box—the open-air nucleus of the home—evokes being in a James Turrell Skyspace, your senses heightened to the shifting of the light or the passing of clouds.—
Siobhan Reid,
Robb Report,
7 Sep. 2025
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During the eclipse, Scorpios should enjoy themselves, but should try to show self-restraint while the eclipse heightens their feelings and impulsivity.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
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If instead the corporation digs in, further empowering the unwitting wreckers and saboteurs — well, bless their hearts.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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God bless, and God save the wrist.—
Jack Irvin,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Magnify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnify. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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