strengthen
verb
strength·en
ˈstreŋ(k)-thən 
ˈstren(t)-
strengthened; strengthening
ˈstreŋ(k)th-niŋ,
ˈstren(t)th-;
ˈstreŋ(k)-thə-
ˈstren(t)-
: to make stronger
: to become stronger
Examples of strengthen in a Sentence
These exercises will strengthen your stomach muscles.
He takes herbs to strengthen his immune system.
The development of new electronic products has strengthened the company's position as the leader in digital technology.
Holidays often serve to strengthen bonds between family members.
Their financial situation strengthened her determination to find a new career.
The team has been strengthened by the addition of several new players.
The winds are expected to strengthen.
The economy is slowly strengthening.
The Canadian dollar is strengthening against the U.S. dollar.
The trade restrictions will strengthen the pound.
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According to Yi Shan Lee, MD, a clinical assistant professor in the department of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, research suggests moderate to vigorous physical activity may increase the brain's ability to create new cells and rewire itself, helping to strengthen memory.
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Lauryn Higgins, Health, 17 Dec. 2024
Curiosity is the key to happiness in retirement, and core pursuits are effective vehicles for discovery, but they must be cultivated, strengthened, and expanded over time.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The small community strengthens its young people through a close connection with Country.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
President Biden spoke early Monday afternoon at the Labor Department to highlight his administration’s efforts to strengthen America’s workforce.
—The Hill, 16 Dec. 2024
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Lauryn Higgins, Health, 17 Dec. 2024
Curiosity is the key to happiness in retirement, and core pursuits are effective vehicles for discovery, but they must be cultivated, strengthened, and expanded over time.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The small community strengthens its young people through a close connection with Country.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
President Biden spoke early Monday afternoon at the Labor Department to highlight his administration’s efforts to strengthen America’s workforce.
—The Hill, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Strengthen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strengthen. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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strengthen
verb
strength·en
ˈstreŋ(k)-thən
strengthened; strengthening
ˈstreŋ(k)th-(ə-)niŋ
: to make or become stronger
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