1
as in improving
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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3
as in sweetening
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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Recent Examples of enhancing
The expansion is also expected to add more natural light, green space and a new lobby in the hopes of enhancing comfort and care for families, hospital leaders, who touted the tower as a ‘transformative project,’ said on Wednesday.
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Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Work may need to be repeatedly translated between systems, increasing the effort required for alignment without necessarily enhancing output.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Other than enhancing the ambiance, greenery can also amp up privacy.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
By viewing safety signals and clinical endpoints in real time, FDA scientists can detect adverse reactions sooner, potentially enhancing patient safety.
—Marty Makary, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Then, on Friday and Saturday, DeCosta would methodically attempt to upgrade his roster at numerous positions — with much of that energy geared toward enhancing star quarterback Lamar Jackson’s reality — a prospect that excited him as the three-day marathon approached.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
According to Asylon, the focus has shifted from adoption to effective integration, enhancing existing systems while improving efficiency and reducing friction.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Herbs Adding fresh herbs to water could encourage you to drink more by enhancing the flavor.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
The best Korean skin care routine for mature skin is all about enhancing skin elasticity and targeting visible signs of aging.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2026
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Work may need to be repeatedly translated between systems, increasing the effort required for alignment without necessarily enhancing output.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Other than enhancing the ambiance, greenery can also amp up privacy.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
By viewing safety signals and clinical endpoints in real time, FDA scientists can detect adverse reactions sooner, potentially enhancing patient safety.
—Marty Makary, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Then, on Friday and Saturday, DeCosta would methodically attempt to upgrade his roster at numerous positions — with much of that energy geared toward enhancing star quarterback Lamar Jackson’s reality — a prospect that excited him as the three-day marathon approached.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
According to Asylon, the focus has shifted from adoption to effective integration, enhancing existing systems while improving efficiency and reducing friction.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Herbs Adding fresh herbs to water could encourage you to drink more by enhancing the flavor.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
The best Korean skin care routine for mature skin is all about enhancing skin elasticity and targeting visible signs of aging.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhancing
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Rinsing quinoa is really about improving the experience and allowing the ingredient to deliver on flavor and nourishment.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
27 Apr. 2026
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According to Asylon, the focus has shifted from adoption to effective integration, enhancing existing systems while improving efficiency and reducing friction.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Once free of quota constraints, the Emirates can up its production by more than 40% to 5 million barrels per day, intensifying competition in markets where sub-Saharan Africa’s higher-cost producers are already vulnerable.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The market value of media and entertainment stocks remains suppressed, however, amid intensifying competition from tech and streaming companies.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2026
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Coffee giant Starbucks is looking to encourage its baristas and hourly workers to improve their sales and customer service by sweetening the pot with bigger financial perks.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Last year, Pritzker signed an onerous bill sweetening firefighter and police pensions that will cost Chicagoans tens of millions of dollars more annually without extra help from the state.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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These spillover effects are deepening an arc of instability stretching from Europe to the Middle East, from Africa to Asia.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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While announcing Jacobson’s hiring, Stagwell said her responsibilities will include expanding ReachTV’s footprint and deepening its content partnerships.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, his ex-wife—played by Field—becomes increasingly self-reliant, heightening the strain between them.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2026
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While lower costs could boost margins for existing developers, the technology will also lower barriers to entry, potentially heightening competition.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2026
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Microsoft committed $10 billion in 2023, strengthening OpenAI’s commercial expansion.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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That includes supporting fuel supply and infrastructure, developing pilot and demonstration projects, strengthening port-to-port data connectivity, and promoting interoperability, cybersecurity and common standards.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Consider consolidation or refinancing If your credit profile still allows it, consolidating your debt into a lower-rate loan could reduce your monthly payment burden.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Nico Ali Walsh, a professional boxer and the grandson of Muhammad Ali, contends consolidating power in combat sports would strip fighters of their right to choose where to fight, when to fight and cap their earning potential.—
Dominick Mastrangelo,
The Hill,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Enhancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhancing. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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