1
as in to improve
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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Recent Examples of enhance
Ingredients-wise, this concealer is enriched with antioxidant-rich red algae extract and vitamin C to enhance your skin's natural glow.
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Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 30 Jan. 2025
According to OpenAI, the new partnership will involve scientists using OpenAI’s technology to enhance cybersecurity to protect the U.S. power grid, identify new approaches to treating and preventing diseases and deepen understanding of fundamental mathematics and physics.
—Hayden Field, NBC News, 30 Jan. 2025
In 2023, India, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, France, Germany, Italy and the European Union agreed to establish the India–Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC) to enhance global trade and counter China's BRI.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
Increasing the number of Department of Labor inspectors, enhancing penalties for violations, and educating workers about their rights would yield better outcomes.
—Nicole Ayala, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 30 Jan. 2025
According to OpenAI, the new partnership will involve scientists using OpenAI’s technology to enhance cybersecurity to protect the U.S. power grid, identify new approaches to treating and preventing diseases and deepen understanding of fundamental mathematics and physics.
—Hayden Field, NBC News, 30 Jan. 2025
In 2023, India, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, France, Germany, Italy and the European Union agreed to establish the India–Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC) to enhance global trade and counter China's BRI.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
Increasing the number of Department of Labor inspectors, enhancing penalties for violations, and educating workers about their rights would yield better outcomes.
—Nicole Ayala, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhance
Verb
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Should the lab leak theory be dismissed, trust between the two countries might actually improve, as tensions between them ease.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
26 Jan. 2025
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So far, the overall box office is improving on 2024 with ticket sales up 10.9% from the same point a year ago, according to Comscore.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
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Speculation about his future in politics has intensified as the 18-year-old begins to take on more visible roles, both during his father's campaign and at official events.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Without these efforts, California’s wildfire crisis will only intensify, fueled by plants never meant to be here in the first place.—
Hannah Singleton,
WIRED,
21 Jan. 2025
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Hudson played a hulking Lowrey organ, the FL (or Festival) model; it was purchased by the Band in 1961, to help sweeten the deal after Hudson refused their first several offers to join.—
Amanda Petrusich,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
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To sweeten the deal, a portion of bookings is donated to The Trevor Project.—
Jared Ranahan,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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These attacks have deepened the geopolitical divide, impacting global trade routes and exacerbating tensions in the region.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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These narratives — with their complementary arcs — also deepen our investment as viewers.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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Pick from a number of different toppings to spruce it up, but if your stomach is feeling a little uneasy, order a plain bowl to help settle it down.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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The company also sells various accessories that go in between the panels to spruce them up, like wine racks, shelves, and hooks.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
21 Dec. 2024
Verb
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This misalignment heightens the risks of cardiovascular events and accidents, confirming the profound impact of light on our well-being.—
Maria Sokolina,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Strong Santa Ana winds and bone-dry conditions combined to heighten fire risks.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Notes of roasted agave are softened by hints of citrus, white peach, and candied pine.—
Richard Carleton Hacker,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
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The shop on Via Victor Hugo, which first opened in 1911, specializes in confectionary, such as pralines and candied chestnuts displayed in antique wooden and glass cases.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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The dogs, who live in Austin, Texas, have since strengthened their bond, with their TikTok account filled with videos of the dogs playing, napping and going on adventures together.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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This mandate also involves building and strengthening public health laboratories to watch out for disease trends as well as guide containment efforts.—
Simar Bajaj,
NPR,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Enhance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhance. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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