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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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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
Since the Israel-Iran ceasefire on June 24, mediators Qatar and Egypt – as well as the United States – have redoubled their calls for a new Gaza truce.
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Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
The city has redoubled its commitment to such changes in recent years with the Vision Zero plan to reduce traffic deaths and the 2022 overhaul of its Complete Streets ordinance, a policy requiring city planners to design streets with all travelers in mind.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 3 July 2025
Riri has stolen Hood’s armor and redoubled her own.
—Stacia Brown, Vulture, 2 July 2025
The conflict in Gaza has been politically costly for Biden - and by extension Vice President Kamala Harris' Democratic presidential campaign - and the violence in Lebanon has redoubled pressure on him to find a diplomatic solution.
—Maya Gebeily, Reuters, 25 Sep. 2024
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Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
The city has redoubled its commitment to such changes in recent years with the Vision Zero plan to reduce traffic deaths and the 2022 overhaul of its Complete Streets ordinance, a policy requiring city planners to design streets with all travelers in mind.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 3 July 2025
Riri has stolen Hood’s armor and redoubled her own.
—Stacia Brown, Vulture, 2 July 2025
The conflict in Gaza has been politically costly for Biden - and by extension Vice President Kamala Harris' Democratic presidential campaign - and the violence in Lebanon has redoubled pressure on him to find a diplomatic solution.
—Maya Gebeily, Reuters, 25 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redouble
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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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According to the Intelligent Computing Journal, the computational power requirements for sustaining the growth of AI is doubling every 100 days.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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That’s all some investors need to book profits in a stock that’s nearly doubled off its April lows.—
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CNBC,
28 Aug. 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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Stimulated mitochondria generate more ATP, while improved circulation increases blood flow and oxygenation.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Protests have also broken out due to ICE checkpoints popping up around the city and the police increasing curfew zones for minors.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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For Josie Ferreira, a New Yorker attending her third cookout, the event is a rare chance to gather across boroughs and deepen bonds.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 Sep. 2025
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Esmeralda seems clearly intended as an instant fan favorite, a go-to source of big, broad laughs who somehow deepens with every new quirk.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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Pay an additional $1 to add the Power Play for a chance to multiply all Powerball winnings except for the jackpot.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
7 Sep. 2025
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Unlike other bird species whose population sizes are regulated largely by natural forces — such as food availability, predators or constraints in their habitats — chickens are bred and multiplied by the billions by means of global agricultural industries.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 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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Today's announcement strengthens our organizations' collective vision of rewarding top talent around the world who rise to the top of historic national open championships.—
Kendall Capps,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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Tennessee’s protections against SLAPP suits were strengthened by the 2019 Tennessee Public Participation Act, which expanded the state’s previous anti-SLAPP law.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Redouble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redouble. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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