as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
our volleyball team was augmented by some of the exchange team's players
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Recent Examples of augments
This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO.
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Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
By promoting healthy digital habits, schools and families can work together to ensure social media augments rather than harms their children’s lives.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The mid-season map update includes new content like Perk-a-Cola, field upgrade, a new ammo mod, nine major and nine minor augments to research, three new GobbleGums, a new handcannon support weapon, a new wonder weapon and a new enemy type.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Instead of only automating data processing, this approach augments the expertise of employees who understand the nuances of their operations.
—Paul J. Noble, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The game augments a virtual racer onto live footage captured from the cameras already on the vehicle, and using a controller, players seek to collect the most virtual coins that appear on the road.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 3 Oct. 2024
Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
By promoting healthy digital habits, schools and families can work together to ensure social media augments rather than harms their children’s lives.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The mid-season map update includes new content like Perk-a-Cola, field upgrade, a new ammo mod, nine major and nine minor augments to research, three new GobbleGums, a new handcannon support weapon, a new wonder weapon and a new enemy type.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Instead of only automating data processing, this approach augments the expertise of employees who understand the nuances of their operations.
—Paul J. Noble, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The game augments a virtual racer onto live footage captured from the cameras already on the vehicle, and using a controller, players seek to collect the most virtual coins that appear on the road.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for augments
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Making the municipal bond market more efficient and less costly in turn increases accessibility.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This precision reduces wasted ad spend and increases conversion likelihood, making advertising efforts more efficient and cost-effective.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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California’s healthcare program for low-income residents is also costing more than expected as the state expands eligibility to all income-eligible adults, regardless of immigration status, and experiences an increase in the number of seniors seeking services.Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Ares, which is already invested in MLS franchise Inter Miami, expands into NFL ownership.David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
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That approach is expected to continue as the Endowment, which is the largest private donor to each of the four institutions, accelerates its distributions over the next 15 years.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sadly, though, there may be no parachute for this freefall as the failure accelerates with each passing week.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
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This pattern of transformation extends across sectors.Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This clustering of female influence extends powerfully into global finance and policy.Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This not only enhances the relevancy of the ad for the buyer but also is more likely to drive conversions, increasing revenue while lowering costs.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Creating a narrative that includes employees as brand advocates not only enhances their engagement but also fosters loyalty and advocacy among customers.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Augments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augments. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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