as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works
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Recent Examples of deepen
This is the perfect time to deepen your connections and nurture the bonds that mean the most to you.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
While President Trump’s high tariffs proposed for Vietnam have thrown a wrench into deepening ties, Vietnam continues to view the United States as a critical security counterweight to China, its northern neighbor.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Apr. 2025
Our concerns about conditions for children in federal government custody are deepening by the day as a result of this administration’s indiscriminate assault on legal and social service providers nationwide like RAICES.
—Dolores K. Schroeder, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
The launch of the Choe Hyon comes as North Korea -- which has traditionally lagged behind its neighbor and rival South Korea in terms of naval technology -- deepens military cooperation with Russia, amid the latter's invasion of Ukraine and subsequent standoff with the West.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
While President Trump’s high tariffs proposed for Vietnam have thrown a wrench into deepening ties, Vietnam continues to view the United States as a critical security counterweight to China, its northern neighbor.
—Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 30 Apr. 2025
Our concerns about conditions for children in federal government custody are deepening by the day as a result of this administration’s indiscriminate assault on legal and social service providers nationwide like RAICES.
—Dolores K. Schroeder, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
The launch of the Choe Hyon comes as North Korea -- which has traditionally lagged behind its neighbor and rival South Korea in terms of naval technology -- deepens military cooperation with Russia, amid the latter's invasion of Ukraine and subsequent standoff with the West.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepen
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As the pope’s funeral approached, security around the Vatican intensified.—
Alan Yuhas,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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President Trump’s recent ultimatum proposing U.S. recognition of Russia’s annexation of Crimea has intensified the diplomatic divide within Europe, forcing European capitals to choose between Kyiv or Washington.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
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Forecasters said the combination of drought stress and windy weather significantly heightens the risk of new outbreaks in parts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, PennLive reported.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The crisis heightened in September 2006, after the Gol Flight 1907 accident that killed all passengers and crew onboard.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The formula works on two fronts to create an optimal environment for hair growth while actively strengthening existing hair to decrease hair loss.—
Danielle Cohen,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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Cress sprout extract filters pollution and strengthens your barrier, while wild butter ginger root extract helps block damaging, dark-spot-inducing free radicals.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 May 2025
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“Deepen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepen. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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