as in enhances
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improves
Harris gives Justin Herbert a quality threat and further improves the overall offense.
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Sam Warren, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The 14-page bill improves enforcement of no-contact orders, ups repeat violations of protection orders to felony offenses, and provides protection to witnesses and victims who report domestic violence crimes.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 24 Apr. 2026
Research shows, however, that access to modern contraceptives, and the ability to prevent or space out pregnancies, improves maternal mortality rates, family incomes and babies’ health.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The method improves how models retain context across long conversations and reduces memory loss in extended interactions.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Proper spacing prevents diseases, improves airflow, and ensures healthier tomato plants.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
The hope is that this improves employee efficiency, as well as making output more accessible to audiences.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Adjust the inputs and the output improves.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Because spending time outdoors improves physical and mental well-being, homeowners want to use their backyards more often.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Sam Warren, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The 14-page bill improves enforcement of no-contact orders, ups repeat violations of protection orders to felony offenses, and provides protection to witnesses and victims who report domestic violence crimes.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 24 Apr. 2026
Research shows, however, that access to modern contraceptives, and the ability to prevent or space out pregnancies, improves maternal mortality rates, family incomes and babies’ health.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The method improves how models retain context across long conversations and reduces memory loss in extended interactions.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Proper spacing prevents diseases, improves airflow, and ensures healthier tomato plants.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
The hope is that this improves employee efficiency, as well as making output more accessible to audiences.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Adjust the inputs and the output improves.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Because spending time outdoors improves physical and mental well-being, homeowners want to use their backyards more often.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improves
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This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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January 20 – February 18 A shift in perspective today helps everything make more sense.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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For ease of watering, elevate your rain barrel so when the hose is connected to the bottom, gravity helps the water flow from the spout.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Improves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improves. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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