1
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
several controversial measures have heightened parental awareness of the impact of school policy decisions
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2
as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
heightened the hem on her skirt just a couple of inches
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Recent Examples of heighten
Bilateral talks between Russia and the United States in Riyadh have heightened concerns in Ukraine and Europe.
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Thomas Wright, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
These moves have heightened fears that Palantir — which has seen its popularity among retail investors balloon over recent months — is now falling from grace.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
The culture of body shaming, unrealistic beauty standards, and the obsessive focus on appearance is hugely heightened for celebrities: Adele’s body was targeted in the press for years, while Selena’s physique is regularly being picked apart on social media and in comment sections.
—Alex Light, Glamour, 24 Feb. 2025
Further heightening tensions on Friday were the explosions on three empty buses in parking lots near Tel Aviv, and that bombs bad been discovered and disabled on two other buses, Reuters reported.
—Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
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Thomas Wright, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
These moves have heightened fears that Palantir — which has seen its popularity among retail investors balloon over recent months — is now falling from grace.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025
The culture of body shaming, unrealistic beauty standards, and the obsessive focus on appearance is hugely heightened for celebrities: Adele’s body was targeted in the press for years, while Selena’s physique is regularly being picked apart on social media and in comment sections.
—Alex Light, Glamour, 24 Feb. 2025
Further heightening tensions on Friday were the explosions on three empty buses in parking lots near Tel Aviv, and that bombs bad been discovered and disabled on two other buses, Reuters reported.
—Chris Kenning, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heighten
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Those conversations intensified this week with interviews in Indianapolis, as teams do their due diligence.—
Kevin Fishbain,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Following the injury, his determination intensified.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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As India’s young population enters the workforce, the middle class is expected to expand, consumption is projected to increase, and the country could be lifted from poverty.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Elon Musk's company is targeting Monday evening (March 3) for Flight 8 of Starship, which will lift off from Starbase in South Texas, near the border city of Brownsville.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Everyone capable of helping with air defense must work to enhance the protection of human life.—
Joe Edwards,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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Original story reprinted with permission from Quanta Magazine, an editorially independent publication of the Simons Foundation whose mission is to enhance public understanding of science by covering research developments and trends in mathematics and the physical and life sciences.—
Solomon Adams,
WIRED,
23 Feb. 2025
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The songwriter and producer community have always had my heart and being in a position to advocate for them every day and elevate their careers is a dream come true.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
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Eyewear is a key accessory that can complete and elevate any look.—
Thomas Waller,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
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Popular freezer hacks include saving Parmesan rinds to deepen the flavor of soups, cutting up loaves of bread for toast, and even storing homemade jam without all the mess of canning.—
Meghan McCarron,
The Atlantic,
18 Feb. 2025
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But Kevin and his team are actually bringing to India the largest and the most deepened entertainment portfolio that India has ever seen.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2025
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Costco raised membership prices in September 2024 for the first time since 2017.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Its roomy 48-square-foot interior can be customized with shelving, potting benches, raised beds, and anything else your crops need to thrive.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Feb. 2025
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Your healthcare team may recommend medications to strengthen the bones.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
21 Feb. 2025
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Adopting inclusive and diverse solutions in AI fosters innovation and helps organizations strengthen their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts.—
Pradeep Kumar Muthukamatchi,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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From her breakout role in ‘Fame’ to her work as a director and philanthropist, Debbie Allen has spent decades using her creativity to uplift and inspire.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
17 Feb. 2025
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The event was curated to uplift Black changemakers, setting the celebratory tone with music and soul food.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Heighten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heighten. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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