redouble

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈdə-bəl How to pronounce redouble (audio)
Definition of redoublenext
1
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree rescuers redoubled their efforts to reach the people buried in the rubble after unexpectedly hearing someone call for help

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2
as in to double
to make twice as great or as many if we redouble the recipe, we'll have enough cookies for everyone

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Recent Examples of redouble Organizers plan to use the extra chance to redouble their efforts, increasing their engagement across the First District in order to attract both more signers and more volunteers. — Ilana Arougheti june 1, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026 This cumulative effect has made USA Fencing redouble its outreach to Hollywood, especially given the location of the 2028 games. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 May 2026 The government has redoubled its campaign for quicker EV adoption, framing it as a critical buffer against external supply shocks. — ABC News, 8 May 2026 As the source of nearly all of Canada’s oil exports, the province is redoubling its efforts to position itself as a reliable energy ally to the world, Alberta premier Danielle Smith said in an exclusive interview. — Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for redouble
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redouble
  1. intensify
  2. double
  3. enhance
  4. increase
  5. deepen
  6. multiply
  7. heighten
  8. strengthen
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  • The Daily Caller is clearly positioning itself for a landscape not just post-midterms but post- Trump, and for a bitter and intensifying intra-party media battle.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • This weekend's shows fell during the ceasefire, but the company plans to perform next weekend as usual, even as local officials warn that Russian forces have brought in more weapons and personnel and some residents expect shelling to intensify.
    — HANNA ARHIROVA, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of intensify
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  • The van offers 53 miles (85 km) of all-electric driving using the same lithium battery that doubles as the climate control power station, a range estimate VW tends to vary by a mile or two based on market and timing.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Her playlist doubles as a spiritual cleansing ritual, with Jhené Aiko providing affirmations and SZA reminding her that enlightenment won’t protect you from situationships.
    — Precious Fondren, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of double
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  • Their effectiveness is enhanced when integrated with other counter-UAS technologies and established command-and-control arrangements.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • This can be enhanced by viewing a picture, video, or recording of the other person or using virtual reality technology to powerfully see their perspective.
    — Joan M. Cook, Time, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of enhance
Verb
  • FinFETs helped manufacturers increase performance and energy efficiency across generations of smartphone, computer, and server processors.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Those figures increase to 14 tons and 20 tons, respectively, for the larger 9×4 variant.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of increase
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  • Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz — who was visiting in a bid to deepen trade ties — were both in attendance.
    — Ian King, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Hedge funds and other investors who borrow to make bigger bets may have to sell more stocks to cover losses and meet demands for cash, which can deepen a sell-off.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of deepen
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  • France's main unions warned that the country is on the brink of recession and that layoff plans are multiplying.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Unions aim to send a warning France’s main unions warned that the country is on the brink of recession and that layoff plans are multiplying.
    — Sylvie Corbet, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of multiply
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  • The designation could expose individuals accused of working with MI6 to prosecution under Iranian law and heighten the risk of military confrontation.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • This discovery further heightens concerns regarding the manufacturing quality and overall reliability of American aerospace products.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of heighten
Verb
  • González’s victory gives Calvo another council member aligned with his administration, strengthening his position less than a year after taking office as mayor.
    — Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The letter represents their commitment to strengthen efforts to help more young people enjoy lifelong benefits of sport, physical activity and movement.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of strengthen

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“Redouble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redouble. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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