1
as in to improve
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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Recent Examples of enhance
Each feature is designed to enhance reliability, efficiency, and usability, ensuring dependable performance across a variety of scenarios.
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Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
This unique asset enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
In the intimate setting the collection was enhanced with knitted rugs with animalier prints, raw silk curtains with hand stitching and embroidered wall coverings.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Its remix, which elevates the original through the inclusion of powerhouse vocal talents, enhances the dance-floor hit.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
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Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
This unique asset enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
In the intimate setting the collection was enhanced with knitted rugs with animalier prints, raw silk curtains with hand stitching and embroidered wall coverings.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Its remix, which elevates the original through the inclusion of powerhouse vocal talents, enhances the dance-floor hit.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhance
Verb
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Should the lab leak theory be dismissed, trust between the two countries might actually improve, as tensions between them ease.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
26 Jan. 2025
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So far, the overall box office is improving on 2024 with ticket sales up 10.9% from the same point a year ago, according to Comscore.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
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Speculation about his future in politics has intensified as the 18-year-old begins to take on more visible roles, both during his father's campaign and at official events.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Record-low sea ice in the Arctic, disruptions to ocean currents, and intensifying natural disasters are all stark warnings.—
David Carlin,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Hudson played a hulking Lowrey organ, the FL (or Festival) model; it was purchased by the Band in 1961, to help sweeten the deal after Hudson refused their first several offers to join.—
Amanda Petrusich,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
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To sweeten the deal, a portion of bookings is donated to The Trevor Project.—
Jared Ranahan,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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These attacks have deepened the geopolitical divide, impacting global trade routes and exacerbating tensions in the region.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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The isolation is deepened, some federal employees said, by the fact that most of their fellow Americans see the federal government as bloated and inefficient.—
Erica L. Green,
New York Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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Pick from a number of different toppings to spruce it up, but if your stomach is feeling a little uneasy, order a plain bowl to help settle it down.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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The company also sells various accessories that go in between the panels to spruce them up, like wine racks, shelves, and hooks.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
21 Dec. 2024
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This misalignment heightens the risks of cardiovascular events and accidents, confirming the profound impact of light on our well-being.—
Maria Sokolina,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Strong Santa Ana winds and bone-dry conditions combined to heighten fire risks.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The nose exhibits golden raisin, unsweetened chocolate, caramel, vanilla, candied orange zest, roasted nuts, and subtle floral/potpourri notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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The bakery’s Brownie Wreaths, like the one Gardener served, are made from a dark chocolate fudge-like brownie topped with a toasted honey dark chocolate ganache and decorated with fruit — fresh, candied and dried.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
3 Jan. 2025
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The dogs, who live in Austin, Texas, have since strengthened their bond, with their TikTok account filled with videos of the dogs playing, napping and going on adventures together.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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This mandate also involves building and strengthening public health laboratories to watch out for disease trends as well as guide containment efforts.—
Simar Bajaj,
NPR,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Enhance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhance. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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