redoubled

verb

Definition of redoublednext
past tense of redouble
1
as in intensified
to make markedly greater in measure or degree rescuers redoubled their efforts to reach the people buried in the rubble after unexpectedly hearing someone call for help

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2
as in doubled
to make twice as great or as many if we redouble the recipe, we'll have enough cookies for everyone

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  1. intensified
  2. deepened
  3. increased
  4. heightened
  5. enhanced
  6. strengthened
Verb
  • And actor Mark Hamill went into lockdown on Tuesday as the fire intensified.
    Hanna Park, Robert Shackelford and Mary Gilbert, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The focus on the river intensified with the vehicle drifting south from the marina, turning over and finally sinking, police said.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of intensified
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  • From stunning city views to beautiful countryside, my appreciation for this state has deepened.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Environmental concerns deepened when El Salvador joined the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Sustainable Development (IGF), a global association of countries addressing mining issues.
    Jesus Mesa, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of deepened
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  • Under Phillip’s leadership, Forbes’ Live events revenue increased 40% over the past two years and Forbes’ sales team delivered outstanding results, including more than 20 seven-figure advertising partnerships this year.
    Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Many people have a significant imbalance of omega-6 to omega-3 in their bodies — a November 2015 study found levels of linoleic acid have increased by 136% in the fat tissue of Americans over the past half century.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of increased
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  • Any unease was heightened by the crowd remarking on a blaze that appeared to only march forward.
    Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Existing norms of deterrence still operate, even if they are being tested, and so direct, large-scale military conflict between major adversarial states is unlikely, although the risks are heightened.
    Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of heightened
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  • These bourbons each showcase unique flavors enhanced by Sherry or Port cask finishes and have earned top honors for their quality.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Moody interior spaces are burrowed into the hillsides and have an almost cave-like quality enhanced by lumpy carve-outs in the concrete walls and ceilings.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhanced
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  • That will be especially important because China in recent years has strengthened ties with a belligerent Algiers.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The team’s roster has been strengthened this season with the arrival of rookie forwards Dominique Petrie and Britta Curl-Salemme, as well as Canadian defender Claire Thompson on the back end.
    Carol Schram, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of strengthened
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