: made or become greater : augmented
at increased risk for heart disease
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an increased concentration of sugar in the bloodstream
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Larger body sizes translates to several advantages for these predators, such as increased buoyancy, energy storage, and the ability to undertake long migrations.
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Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Since the 2020 presidential race, the platform has loosened its guidelines, allowing increased spread of political misinformation.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 31 Oct. 2024
This means fewer sick days, reduced absenteeism and increased levels of energy and engagement that fuel productivity throughout the day.
—Sammy Rubin, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
Excessive rainfall and flash flooding was forecasted for days before Helene moved into the Asheville area, as were the increased likelihood of tornado activity that struck South Florida ahead of Milton.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2024
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Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Since the 2020 presidential race, the platform has loosened its guidelines, allowing increased spread of political misinformation.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 31 Oct. 2024
This means fewer sick days, reduced absenteeism and increased levels of energy and engagement that fuel productivity throughout the day.
—Sammy Rubin, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
Excessive rainfall and flash flooding was forecasted for days before Helene moved into the Asheville area, as were the increased likelihood of tornado activity that struck South Florida ahead of Milton.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Increased.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/increased. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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