as in to deepen
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks
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Recent Examples of intensify
The stock-market meltdown that accompanied President Trump's intensifying trade war in recent weeks was unsettling enough.
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Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
This game, tied at 1 through six innings when the rain intensified, could have been suspended and resumed in two months.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Safe-haven gold gained nearly 2% and surpassed the $3,200 mark on Friday, spurred by a weaker dollar and recession concerns over the intensifying trade war between U.S. and China.
—Anmol Choubey, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April, marking the fourth consecutive month of declines, as an intensifying trade war fueled anxiety over American jobs and rising inflation.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
This game, tied at 1 through six innings when the rain intensified, could have been suspended and resumed in two months.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Safe-haven gold gained nearly 2% and surpassed the $3,200 mark on Friday, spurred by a weaker dollar and recession concerns over the intensifying trade war between U.S. and China.
—Anmol Choubey, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April, marking the fourth consecutive month of declines, as an intensifying trade war fueled anxiety over American jobs and rising inflation.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensify
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In today’s environment—where diners increasingly ask where food comes from—this trend gives operators a way to deepen authenticity, connection, and trust. #4 Diner Designed Menus that listen, meals that engage The rise of personalization isn’t new.—
Unilever Food Solutions Contributor,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intricate tensions of their relationships are deepened by evocations of the past—including their forebears’ tragic resistance to enslavement—and of enduring African traditions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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Multimillion-dollar residences on the stylish Soho strip enhance the neighborhood’s offerings, providing residents with unmatched dwellings.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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By implementing regenerative agricultural practices, SRI focuses on enhancing soil health, conserving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting water conservation.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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National security risks heightened in Great Lakes regions, expert says Jim Weakley, the president of the Lake Carriers' Association, which represents the interests of U.S. commercial shippers, discussed the national security risks present at the U.S.-Canadian border.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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While Istanbul was not impacted, the devastation in southern Turkey heightened fears of a similar quake with experts citing the city’s proximity to fault lines.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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To strengthen cultural ties between France and the U.S. by promoting the work of a young contemporary composer, Pisar initiated the Pisar Prize, a collaboration between Juilliard and Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Women directors can take a lead role in strengthening stakeholder relations.—
Committee of 200,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Intensify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensify. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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