solidify
verb
so·lid·i·fy
sə-ˈli-də-ˌfī 
solidified; solidifying
1
: to make solid, compact, or hard
2
: to make secure, substantial, or firmly fixed
factors that solidify public opinion
: to become solid, compact, or hard
Examples of solidify in a Sentence
Work is under way to solidify the concrete that supports the building.
Hot wax solidifies as it cools.
Recent findings helped to solidify our position.
The international community is working to solidify its alliances.
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This culture of positive reinforcement leads to the release of unique and groundbreaking music that resonates with audiences, driving the label’s success and solidifying its reputation in the industry.
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Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Toppin converted that 3-pointer — a silencer that solidified a 132-130 overtime victory at Target Center in Minneapolis.
—Zach Powell, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
The actress said the auditioning process for the role, which eventually went to Miley Cyrus, solidified her desire to be in the entertainment industry.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2025
This culture of positive reinforcement leads to the release of unique and groundbreaking music that resonates with audiences, driving the label’s success and solidifying its reputation in the industry.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for solidify
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“Solidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidify. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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solidify
verb
so·lid·i·fy
sə-ˈlid-ə-ˌfī
solidified; solidifying
: to make or become solid, compact, or hard
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